The 2025 Saratoga Cup and Women’s Saratoga Cup presented by Hideaway Public House takes place in Salmon Arm this August 9-10 weekend, where 10 teams will battle it out across two competitions to be declared Provincial Champions of BC Rugby’s Summer Leagues – get down to Little Mountain Fields in Salmon Arm, BC for a fantastic weekend of Rugby and socials!
The 2025 edition of the Saratoga Cup presented by Hideaway Public House once again features both Men’s XVs and Women’s 7s competitions for the fourth successive year.
Saratoga Cup merchandise will also be available to purchase on site!
The full schedule can be found below.
2025 SARATOGA CUP SCHEDULE
MEN’S SARATOGA CUP
- Yeti Rugby Club (Hosts/Okanagan Division Runners-Up)
- Vernon Jackals RFC (Okanagan Division Winners)
- Terrace Northmen RFC (Central Interior Division Winners)
- Rocky Mountain Rogues (Kootenays Division Winners)
In the Men’s XVs Competition, hosts Yeti Rugby Club will be joined by defending champions Terrace Northmen RFC who topped the Central Interior Division following their Championship win in 2024. The Rocky Mountain Rogues, who enjoyed three successive Saratoga Cup wins from 2021-2023, will be looking to regain the crown as Kootenay Cup Winners. Vernon Jackals, fresh from winning the Okanagan Division, are enjoying a resurgence and will pose a tough threat in this year’s competition.
Format: XVs – two semi-finals, winners advance to final
WOMEN’S SARATOGA CUP
- Yeti Rugby Club
- Terrace Northmen RFC
- Penticton Harlequins
- Trail RFC
- Elk Valley RFC
- Rocky Mountain Rogues
This year’s Women’s Saratoga Cup competition will see six teams compete for glory! Hosts Yeti Rugby Club will feature alongside the defending champions, Terrace Northmen RFC, who celebrated the 2024 Championship victory on home soil last year. Penticton Harlequins will compete for the second successive year, while we welcome three teams from the Kootenays region: newcomers Trail RFC will make its Women’s Saratoga Cup debut alongside Rocky Mountain Rogues and Elk Valley RFC!
Format: 7s – 5 x Round Robin matches into seeded Finals
ENJOY AN EPIC WEEKEND IN SALMON ARM!
With the stunning Shuswap region as this year’s backdrop, players and fans can expect fierce competition on the pitch and a vibrant social atmosphere off it.
Matches will take place at the Little Mountain Fields on August 9-10. Both days will feature a licensed beer garden, hosted by Hideaway Public House, so fans can enjoy a beverage while they soak in the action!
In true Saratoga Cup fashion, this year’s event will also feature two official team socials to keep the energy high once the final whistle blows each day. Saturday night will kick off with a beach-themed party at Canooligans’, situated on the lake front in the neighbouring town of Canoe, and featuring a live DJ to set the tone for a night of team bonding and camaraderie.
Following Sunday’s Finals, join us for the Saratoga Cup Closing Party at the Hideaway Public House in Salmon Arm! The party will feature a live performance from The Dirt Road Kings and will be a fitting way to cap off a fantastic summer season. There is a $20 cover charge for Sunday’s social event, which includes a ticket to the live performance and two drinks tickets.
SATURDAY SOCIAL
Venue: Canooligans’ (4940 Canoe Beach Dr NE, Canoe, BC V0E 1K0)
Time: From 6:00pm PST
Theme: Beach Party!
Admission: Free
SUNDAY SOCIAL
Venue: Hideaway Public House (995 Lakeshore Dr W, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 1E4)
Time: From 6:00pm PST
Live Music: The Dirt Road Kings
Admission: $20 cover – includes entry and two drinks tickets!
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