Bristol Bisons RFC prepares for Bingham Cup in Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:14 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Bristol Bisons RFC will compete in the Bingham Cup from August 19 to 23 in Brisbane, Australia. This tournament marks the Bisons' first appearance in the southern hemisphere since the team's establishment in 2005. The club recently finished third in the last competition held in Rome and aims to showcase its commitment to inclusive rugby. Players have self-funded their trip, including participating in a 100-day cycling challenge to raise the necessary funds.
- •Bristol Bisons RFC established in 2005.
- •Biham Cup scheduled for August 19-23.
- •Team finished third in the last tournament in Rome.
- •Players raised funds for the tournament through cycling challenges.
- •Cup named after Mark Bingham, a victim of the 9/11 attacks.
- 5:14 AMYahoo Sports — 'Once in a lifetime' competition for LGBT+ team
"The LGBT+ team is preparing to play its first tournament in the southern hemisphere.
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