Who Should Host the Bingham Cup in 2028? Ranking Every Bid | Ep 55
About this episode
The episode discusses the bids for hosting the Bingham Cup 2028 and evaluates the strengths and weaknesses of each city.
Who should host the Bingham and Amanda Mark Cup Rugby Tournament in 2028?Subscribe to the Gay Rugby Podcast! https://shorturl.at/OztS0The race to host the Bingham Cup 2028 is officially underway, and the competition is fiercer than ever. In this episode of the Gay Rugby Podcast, we dive into all six official Bingham Cup 2028 bids to answer one question: Which city should host the world's premier LGBTQ rugby tournament?From the historic rugby culture of Dublin and Leeds to the accessibility of Orlando, the organization promised by Perth, the vibrant energy of Vancouver, and the cultural significance of Querétaro, Mexico, every bid tells a different story about the future of inclusive rugby. We react to each campaign, break down the strengths and weaknesses of every proposal, and debate what really makes a great Bingham Cup host city. Is it world-class rugby facilities? Affordable travel? Incredible nightlife? Or is the tournament at its best when it introduces players to entirely new cultures and communities?Along the way, we revisit the legacy of Mark Bingham, explore how the Bingham Cup has grown into one of the largest rugby tournaments in the world, and reflect on why…
People in this episode
Host: Jack Higgins
Topics covered
- Bingham Cup 2028
- LGBTQ rugby
- host city bids
- inclusive rugby
- rugby culture
- community building
Keywords
- Bingham Cup
- rugby tournament
- LGBTQ sports
- host city
- rugby facilities
- cultural significance
- community
- inclusive sports
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: International Gay Rugby
Places: Dublin, Leeds, Orlando, Perth, Vancouver, Querétaro, Mexico
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