100 Years of the Women's Lacrosse Club
Established in 1926, the Women's Lacrosse club celebrates its centenary in 2026, marking 100 years of growth, achievement and community.
From humble beginnings, when members gathered simply to play occasional matches, the club has evolved into one of the largest and most successful student lacrosse programmes in the country, now boasting more than 150 members across four competitive teams, a beginners' squad and a mixed recreational team.
Recent Notable Achievements
The club has enjoyed a particular successful period:
- 2025/26 BUCS Premier 2 title (Women's 1s)
- 2025/26 BUCS National Trophy Winenrs (Women's 1s)
- 2025/26 Scottish Conference Cup Winners (Women's 4s)
- Runner-up in the Ken Gallucio Cup
The club's influence extends far beyond Edinburgh, with generations of players progressing to the international stage. Edinburgh alumni continue to form a significant part of the Scottish national programme, with nine former players and two members of coaching staff selected for the squad competing at this summer's World Championship in Tokyo.
Alumni have also represented Great Britain at the highest level, demonstrating the lasting impact of a club that has spent a ccentury developing players, fostering lifelong friendships and championing women's sport.
"Playing lacrosse meant being a team player and for me it brings back memories of camaraderie at Peffermill, despite primitive facilities. We had excellent support from staff based at Plerasance who coached us and umpired matches. We also had opportunities to travel to other universities and clubs as a team. These are things that I realy valued. Also having the opportunity to hold office on both the lacrosse and EUWAC committees gave me skills which have been useful throughout my life".
- Gillian Hoehnke (Club Member 1958-62, Blues Recipient 1961, Winifred Bailey Trophy, 1962)
Photograph from the Women's Lacrosse Team in 1961