in early 2010. A dynamic coaching staff and the dedication of key team leaders have revitalized the Ironsides with an energy that can be seen on the pitch. In June 2012 the Ironsides shut out opponents on the first day of competition at the VI Bingham Cup in Manchester, United Kingdom and quickly became known as a force to be reckoned with in amateur rugby union. The Ironsides sent several players to the 2014 Bingham cup, and were the first team to register. In 2016 the Ironsides went to Nashville to compete in their Bingham Cup. 2018 took The Ironsides to Amsterdam for their Bingham Cup. In Fall of 2019 The Ironsides grew to over 60 members and were able to field two separate teams on the same day. With one team competing in D4 NERFU Competition against Rutland Rugby Club, and the other competing in a friendly against the South Shore Anchors Old Boys. In 2020 The Ironsides were scheduled to compete at the Ottawa Bingham Cup, but due to COVID-19, the tournament, and the season as a whole was cancelled. No rugby competitions were played this year. In 2021 The Ironsides continued onward with the Spring season cancelled due to COVID-19 once again. The team continues its efforts off the field in social engagement and philanthropy while they wait to resume play. In 2022 The Ironsides will head to Ottawa to compete in the rescheduled Bingham Cup. Press The Boston Ironsides have been featured in several newspapers over the years. Bay Windows Article on the 2006 Bingham Bowl win InNewsweekly Article on the 2006 Bingham Bowl win Boston.com article on the Boston Ironsides Improper Bostonian article Affiliations World Rugby USA Rugby NERFU IGRAB External links International Gay Rugby member clubs Ironsides Rugby clubs established in 2001 2001 establishments in Massachusetts LGBT culture in Boston South Boston