McMaster University in Hamilton is set to host the 2025 U Sports Women’s Soccer Championship this week, featuring top university teams. The tournament, broadcast by CBC Sports, will kick off on Thursday and run through Sunday, culminating in the championship game at 5 p.m. on the final day.
Eight teams are vying for the Gladys Bean Memorial Trophy, with the University of British Columbia (UBC) taking the top seed. The UBC Thunderbirds are aiming for their third consecutive national title, having allowed only one goal this season. A win would mark a historic achievement as the first program in modern U Sports women’s soccer history to secure a three-peat.
The McMaster Marauders are making their first appearance in the national championship since 2018 when they finished fourth. Fans can catch the games on CBC.ca/sports, CBC Sports YouTube, and the CBC Gem app. The matches will take place at Ron Joyce Stadium, with tickets priced between $5 and $25 based on the day and ticket type.
The tournament schedule is as follows:
– Thursday: Quarterfinal matches
– Friday: Consolation Semifinals and Semifinals
– Saturday: Consolation Final
– Sunday: Bronze medal match and Gold medal match
Don’t miss the action as university teams battle it out for the prestigious championship title at McMaster University this week.
