Recognising a season of success for Imperial Lacrosse

Following the recent Bottle Match Varsity win, where RSM Lacrosse contributed heavily, Imperial Lacrosse continued to make waves. With multiple league wins, one national tournament success, and strong international representation, the club is proving itself as one of Imperial’s top-performing sports teams, despite having no paid coaches.   

Captained by Nathan Leppinen, the men’s team is making history, standing 8-0-0 out of 10 matches in the Southeast Tier 1 league, putting them on track for an undefeated season. If they secure this, it will mark their 3rd league win in 4 years.

The men’s squad also had an incredible run in the National Trophy, making it to Big BUCS Wednesday in Loughborough after defeating Kent, St Mary’s, Bournemouth, and Cardiff. They now face Manchester Met in the final, marking the second time the team has reached this stage, with their first appearance being in the 2022-23 season, where they lost to Newcastle 10-5. 

Several players are playing internationally and nationally, beyond the university competition. Player coach, George Jenkins represented Poland in the U20 Euros tournament. President Matthew Cawley, and Jacob Andrew, were selected for the Southeast England university lacrosse squad and the England Universities squad in 2024.   

The women’s team have been thriving. despite undergoing a rebuilding phase. After losing several graduates, the women’s team is currently in 3rd place in the Women’s Southeastern Tier 1 league. Under player coach Cristina Fray the squad has been refining their strategy, with captains Lizzie Lawrence and Amisha Jayakumar leading strong recruitment efforts. 

Captained by Azra Bakrie, the mixed lacrosse team continues to dominate, having made it to their third consecutive LUSL Cup Final (2023, 2024, and now 2025). After finishing as runners-up twice, they’re determined to take gold in the 2024-25 season. This year’s final is set for March 8th, following key victories over RoHo and LSE.  

Imperial Lacrosse is also responsible for hosting the biggest mixed lacrosse tournament in the South, the “Imperial Cup.” This event features top teams, even including pro clubs like Home Nation Lions Lacrosse and Rainbow Rexes, as well as strong university squads from Bath, Bristol, Southampton, and Surrey. Impressively, Imperial’s own team secured 3rd place out of 15 teams. The tournament was run entirely at Harlington. 

I really think that Imperial Lacrosse’s waves has gone under the radar so easily. We don’t have paid coaches, with our own players coaching each other. With a season full of victories, finals, and international recognition, Imperial Lacrosse is proving itself as one of the most accomplished teams at the university. As the men’s team chases an undefeated season, the women rebuild emphatically, the mixed team fights for gold, and international players continue to shine, this club is one to watch.