UofL intramurals – UofL News Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:55:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 UofL Rugby Club wins national championship /post/uofltoday/uofl-rugby-club-wins-championship/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:23:40 +0000 /?p=60623 The University of Louisville Rugby Club has secured theĚý Division 1 national title. They finished with a 4-0 record, outsourcing opponents 114-5, leading to victory as the 2024 Division 1 7’s National Champions.ĚýThe tournament was held just outside of Washington D.C. at theĚýMaryland SoccerPlex April 26-27.Ěý

On-field success is not new for the rugby team as recent program highlights include:Ěý

  • 2024 Division 1 7’s National ChampionĚý
  • 2024 7’s Regular Season Record 15 Wins – 1 Loss – 2 Ties
  • 2023 Division 1 15’s National Runner UpĚý
  • 2022 Division 1 15’s National Runner Up
  • Mid-American Conference Champions (5 seasons in a row)
    • Spring 2022 – 7’s
    • Fall 2023 – 15’s
    • Spring 2023 – 7’s
    • Fall 2023 – 15’s
    • Spring 2024 – 7’s
  • 2024 Oak Leaf 7’s Tournament Cup Champions
  • 2024 Notre Dame CRC 7’s Open Cup Champions
  • 2024 MTSU CRC 7’s Tournament 3rd Place
  • Several players selected to represent UofL in regional, national, and international contests

Justin Peterson, director of campus recreation, says the team’s notable achievements on the field have led to a surge in recruitment, attracting a growing number of prospective Cardinals.

“Presently, the incoming freshman class for the fall of 2024 stands at 23. Additionally, a number of transfer students have pledged their commitment to join the team, further enhancing its talent pool,” he said.Ěý

The club is considering entering its reserve (B-Side) team into the Division 2 National Conference. This potential move positions UofL as the first institution in the nation to field both its A and B teams at the national level. Additional discussions are ongoing about establishing a women’s club team, as several players have expressed interest in transferring to UofL.ĚýĚý

“The men’s Rugby Club at the University of Louisville continues to redefine excellence in collegiate rugby, as proven in their recent triumph as the 2024 Division 1 7’s National Champions,” Peterson said. “Their remarkable on-field success reflects the team’s dedication and commitment to the UofL community.”

Read more about UofL’s win on theĚý.Ěý

Read more about how Sports Club teams shape student success at UofL.Ěý

]]> UofL and the Special Olympics – a winning team /post/uofltoday/uofl-and-the-special-olympics-a-winning-team/ /post/uofltoday/uofl-and-the-special-olympics-a-winning-team/#respond Tue, 08 May 2018 14:20:49 +0000 http://uoflnews.com/?p=41898 University of Louisville intramural teams sported some special athletes this past school year – athletes from Special Olympics Kentucky. UofL is the first school in Kentucky to host Unified Basketball which features teams made up of both UofL students and athletes with intellectual disabilities. UofL’s assistant director of intramurals, Justin Peterson, thought it would be a good way to expand the athletic experience for students while breaking down barriers with people with disabilities.

“It brings a new level of confidence to our athletes” said Justin Harville, director of program services at Special Olympics Kentucky. “It brings opportunity for a new community to be formed for them to feel part of the UofL campus.”

The top two teams in the UofL intramural league combined to form a nine-person team of Special Olympians and UofL students, which participated in the national intramural basketball championships at The Ohio State University. UofL’s team finished second out of eight squads, beaten by a team from Toronto in the championship game.

“A lot of them (Special Olympians) are better players than I will ever be,” said John Hower, a UofL senior and member of UofL’s Unified team. “It’s also allowed me to make some new friends on campus … I really wish we had this program earlier in my college career.”

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