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20 Jun 2017
Tue,20 Jun 2017
Rugby Ontario launches pilot First Nations Rugby program
(SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER, ONTARIO) - Last week, we launched the first session of our pilot First Nations Rugby program at Six Nations of the Grand River in Brantford. The program is led by mother-daughter duo, Melanie Squire and Meagan Wilson, who are both active members of the Six Nations c..
19 Jun 2017
Mon,19 Jun 2017
SAVE THE DATES: Fall 7s Series running from September-November
Rugby Ontario is excited to announce a new Fall Sevens Series for the 2017 season. With seven stops throughout the series, this tournament-style season will provide an excellent opportunity for the development of rugby sevens in Ontario.The festivals will run from September to November 2017 and will..
16 Jun 2017
Fri,16 Jun 2017
2017 Marshall Premiership All-Star Game - June 22
(OAKVILLE, ON) – Some of the best athletes from Rugby Ontario’s Marshall Premiership league will be taking the field on Thursday, June 22 in Oakville, Ontario. The East will take on the West in an All-Star format at Crusaders Rugby Club. Kick-off for this All-Star match is 7:15PM Eastern.The 20..
16 Jun 2017
Fri,16 Jun 2017
Numerous Ontario athletes in action this weekend with Canada
It is a jam-packed weekend for Rugby Canada's National teams, as the Senior Women, Senior Men and Under-20 Men are all in action. The Senior Women are finishing off their International Women's Rugby Series on Friday, while the Senior Men have their final test match on Saturday (vs. Romania) before t..
15 Jun 2017
Thu,15 Jun 2017
Blues U20 Women: 2017 Short-list roster announced ahead of CRCs
Photo credit to Colin Watson(WHITBY, ON) - Head Coach Pete Hercus and the Under-20 Women's coaching staff have announced their short-list roster ahead of the 2017 season. The Blues U20 squad features six returnees from last year's U20 Women's CRC-winning team and multiple graduates from the Junior..
13 Jun 2017
Tue,13 Jun 2017
Canada U20 Men's Starting XV announced for qualifier vs. USA
With files from Rugby Canada CommunicationsEDMONTON — Canada’s men’s U20 head coach Jeff Williams has named his side for the first leg of their Junior World Rugby Trophy qualifier against the USA Tuesday.George Barton will captain the team as Canada looks to secure qualification into August’..
08 Jun 2017
Thu,08 Jun 2017
Rowan's Legacy Project launched on Rowan's Law anniversary
In an announcement hosted at Barrhaven Scottish RFC's home pitch on the anniversary of Rowan's Law, it was announced that Rowan's Legacy Project would be initiated by the Concussion Legacy Foundation.Please see the below announcement via Rugby Canada.With files from Rugby Canada CommunicationsTo com..
07 Jun 2017
Wed,07 Jun 2017
Apply for funding through Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities!
Further to the announcement of the Rugby Ontario partnership with Canadian Tire Jumpstart (see release below), and with the rugby season now underway, now is a good time to share the program with the parents of junior and minor players at your club who you believe could be eligible for assistance fr..
07 Jun 2017
Wed,07 Jun 2017
Ratier names Women's XV for NZ match; 5 Ontario natives to start
With files from Rugby Canada Communications(WELLINGTON, NZ) - Canada’s senior women’s head coach Francois Ratier has named his starting XV for the International Women’s Rugby Series opener against New Zealand.Kelly Russell captains a team that has a wealth of experience as No. 3 ranked Canada..
07 Jun 2017
Wed,07 Jun 2017
Junior Provincial Tryout Information
Please see the below information regarding Junior Blues tryouts for the following ages: U15 Boys, U16 Boys and Girls, U17 Boys, U18 Boys and Girls.Junior Program ScheduleRegional Open Try-outs - JUNE 11 - 10am-3:30pm - West, East and Central LocationsRegistration - Boys: 10:00am-11:00am; Girls: 10:4..
