Rugby trophy celebration

MBA Rugby
World Cup

2026 Championship

April 25, 2026 · Governor's Island, NYC

14 Teams. 1 Champion.

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EVENT DETAILS

📅 DATE & TIME

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Tournament: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
After-Party: 6:30 PM - Late (Location TBD)

🏉 FORMAT

Men's: 10 teams, knockout bracket
Women's: 4 teams, round-robin

🎟️ ENTRY

FREE for spectators
Players: Registration via team captain

🍺 ON-SITE

• Beer garden (21+ wristband required)
• Food vendors
• Merch booth
• Medical staff on-site

📍 LOCATION

Governor's Island - Parade Fields
New York, NY 10004
View on Google Maps →

🚢 FERRY ACCESS

Departs: South Street Seaport (Manhattan)
Schedule: Every 30 min, 7:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Return: Every 15 min until 6:00 PM
Cost: FREE

⚠️ IMPORTANT

• Island closes at 6:00 PM
• No outside alcohol allowed
• Bring layers (weather changes fast)
• 5-minute walk from ferry to fields

Rugby lineout action

ELITE COMPETITION

Top MBA programs. Ok rugby. Unforgettable experience.

SCHEDULE & BRACKET

Day-of Schedule

8:00 AM Setup & Team Check-In
9:30 AM Opening Ceremony
10:00 AM Pool Play Begins
1:00 PM Lunch Break
2:00 PM Knockout Rounds
3:45 PM Finals
5:00 PM Awards Ceremony
6:30 PM After-Party Begins (Location TBD)

Tournament Bracket

Detailed brackets will be posted here 2 weeks before the event

VIEW FULL BRACKET

Live scores will be updated throughout the day on April 25

COMPETING TEAMS

Men's Division (10 Teams)

Columbia (CBS)

Wharton

Harvard (HBS)

Booth (Chicago)

London (LBS)

Yale

NYU (Stern)

Kellogg

Michigan (Ross)

Stanford (GSB)

Women's Division (4 Teams)

CBS-NYU Combined

Harvard (HBS)

Yale

Booth (Chicago)

GETTING THERE

Ferry Information

Departure Point: Battery Maritime Building, 10 South Street, Manhattan
5-minute walk from ferry to Parade Fields

Direction Hours Frequency
Manhattan → Gov Island 7:00 AM - 4:15 PM Every 30 minutes
Gov Island → Manhattan 7:15 AM - 6:00 PM Every 15 minutes
⚠️ CRITICAL: Island closes at 6:00 PM. Last ferry departs at 6:00 PM sharp.

✅ BRING

  • Sunscreen (exposed fields)
  • Layers (weather changes fast)
  • Cash for merch/food
  • Team colors
  • Portable chairs (limited seating)
  • Water bottle
  • Valid ID (21+ for beer garden)

❌ LEAVE AT HOME

  • Outside alcohol (beer garden on-site)
  • Drones (island policy)
  • Glass containers

📍 View Route on Map

Open in Google Maps

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this event open to non-players?

Yes! Friends, family, and the entire MBA community are welcome. Entry is free for spectators.

Can I bring my dog?

Heck yeah! Dogs are allowed on Governor's Island daily during all regular hours up to April 30th.

What if it rains?

Event happens rain or shine, unless there is a safety concern (i.e. lightening). We have the following day as a rain day. Check our Instagram @cbs_rugby morning-of for any weather updates.

Is there food available?

Yes, food vendors will be on-site. Cash and card accepted.

Where's the after-party?

Off-island venue (21+). Location will be announced 1 week before the event. Must leave island by 6:00 PM.

Will there be merch?

CBS Rugby merch booth on-site. Limited quantities, first-come-first-served.

Can I volunteer to help?

Yes! Email cbs.rugby.fc@gmail.com with "Volunteer" in the subject line.

OUR SPONSORS

Thank you to our partners who make this event possible