Dublin University Ladies Cricket Club Claims Inaugural DCU Ladies Cricket Tournament Title

The Dublin University Ladies Cricket Club (DULCC) emerged victorious at the inaugural Dublin City University (DCU) Ladies Cricket Tournament 2026, held on January 24th, 2026, at the St. Patrick’s Campus Indoor Hall in Dublin. The University Times reports that DULCC won every match of the tournament, marking a significant achievement for the club.

Tournament Overview

The tournament, Ireland’s first all-ladies intervarsity cricket competition, featured teams from DCU and University College Dublin (UCD) in the qualifying round. DULCC then faced the University of Galway in the final round. The competition consisted of three one-hour rounds in total. Instagram confirms DCU Cricket Club hosted the event.

Championship Match

The final match against the University of Galway proved to be a closely contested affair. According to team captains Keeva Vickers and Anna Whelan, DULCC secured a narrow victory, winning on the very last ball of the game while chasing a total of 93 runs.

Individual Performance

Georgina Dempsey of DULCC was awarded the best batter award for her outstanding performance throughout the tournament. She achieved a high score of 66 in one innings and accumulated a total of 83 runs. This award represents the first silverware DULCC has won in at least 30 years.

DCU Sports Clubs

DULCC is one of 37 sports clubs at Dublin City University, with a total membership exceeding 5,000 students. DCU Sport emphasizes that these clubs cater to all skill levels, from competitive athletes to beginners, and are student-run and student-led.

Looking Ahead

The success of DULCC in this inaugural event signals a promising future for ladies’ cricket at Dublin University and throughout Ireland. The tournament’s success is expected to encourage further development and participation in the sport.