Rugby at The Showcase

The Ultimate UK University 
Rugby Experience

With world-class rugby facilities, high-performance training environments, and a renowned rugby programme of its own, Loughborough University offers the perfect setting to experience UK university rugby at its best.

Train under top-level coaches, showcase your talent in front of university coaches, and gain a true insight into what it takes to play university rugby at the highest level.

Rugby At The Showcase

Real exposure to university rugby coaches across the UK who are actively recruiting.

Experience professional-style training sessions, working with dedicated top level coaches.

Take part in competitive matches in front of coaches at one of the UK’s top university rugby venues.

Your Stage to Impress

Experience elite-level training, perform under pressure, and impress university coaches from across the UK as you play on one of the nation’s premier rugby surfaces.

Loughborough University’s XV Rugby Pitch offers the ultimate stage to showcase your ability — a World Rugby standard surface that regularly hosts professional teams and top university fixtures.

Facilities You’ll Access

World-class sport environments to support your performance during the Showcase.

Premium Pitches

Immaculate grass and artificial surfaces prepared to elite standards, giving every player the platform to perform at their best.

Powerbase Gym

Access to one of the UK’s leading high-performance strength & conditioning environments on campus.

Performance Support

Recovery spaces at the Elite Athlete Centre & Hotel to ensure optimal rest and preparation between showcase sessions.

Start Your Journey to the UK at
Loughborough University in 2026

The Showcase is more than just a camp — it’s an opportunity to experience life as a UK university athlete. Across an action-packed week, you’ll train with top coaches, compete in front of recruiting staff, and explore world-class facilities that set the standard for university sport.

Whether your goal is to continue playing at an elite level or discover new academic pathways, the Showcase is your gateway to the next chapter in your sporting and academic journey.

Apply for Your Place at the
UK University Sport Showcase

Apply for Your Place at the UK University Sport Showcase

If you’re ready to take the next step towards becoming a student-athlete in the UK, we encourage you to register your details early — spaces are limited and in high demand!