Leeds Cup

The Leeds Cup is a historic rugby league trophy competed for by teams in the Leeds area, England. Its origins trace back to the early days of the sport, providing local competition and fostering rivalries between clubs in the city and surrounding regions.

The precise format of the Leeds Cup competition has varied over the years. Historically, it was a significant competition, played annually and holding substantial prestige within the local rugby league community. Winning the Leeds Cup provided bragging rights and recognition for the club involved. Details of the historical formats, participating teams, and specific years of competition are often found in local sporting archives and records of Leeds-based rugby league clubs.

While the prominence of the Leeds Cup may have fluctuated over time due to the evolution of the wider rugby league structure and the emergence of national and international competitions, it remains a symbol of the region's strong rugby league heritage and a reminder of the sport's deep roots in the Leeds area. Recent revivals or reinterpretations of the Leeds Cup, often at amateur or junior levels, seek to preserve and celebrate this local sporting tradition.