Abbotsford Dominate Girls Finals with Wins in U16 & U18; CW Claim Boys U18 Title and Capilano Win Boys U16
Abbotsford set the standard this year in Girls rugby winning both the U16 and U18 finals in comfortable fashion. CW won the Boys U18 title and Capilano won the Boys U16 title. The BCRU write-ups are posted below along with photos of the winning teams, courtesy of BOLD Photos by Shelly.
U18 BOYS FINAL
UBCOB Ravens 15 vs. Castaway Wanderers 31
U18 GIRLS FINAL
Abbotsford RFC 43 vs. James Bay AA 7
U16 BOYS FINAL
Capilano RFC 33 vs. Castaway Wanderers 10
U16 GIRLS FINAL
Abbotsford RFC 31 vs. James Bay AA 5
from BCRU
2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Champions Crowned
Fantastic day of action at Willoughby Stadium in Langley
Four champions were crowned at a fantastic 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Finals Day in Langley on Sunday.
Despite the heavy rain and testing conditions, the atmosphere was lively at Willoughby Stadium as Provincial Champions were decided across BC Rugby’s U16 and U18 Boys and Girls Divisions.
Teams and supporters braved the elements as athletes battled it out in front of a passionate and vociferous crowd.
Abbotsford RFC earned redemption for last year’s Finals defeats as they secured a U16 and U18 Girls Championship double. Capilano RFC lifted the U16 Boys Championship trophy following victory over Castaway Wanderers, who settled for second for the third successive year. In the U18 Boys Final, Castaway Wanderers defeated UBCOB Ravens for the second successive year to earn back-to-back Championships.
BC Rugby streamed all four Finals from the day’s event – they are available to watch on YouTube here.
A full photo gallery, courtesy of event photographer BOLD Photos by Shelly, will be available this week – keep your eyes on our social media channels for more.
Meanwhile, in the two remaining Mainland Regional Finals, Surrey Beavers AA defeated Brit Lions 45-12 to win U16 Mainland Boys Pool B while United Rugby won 37-12 at Brit Lions in the U18 Boys Pool B Final.
BC Rugby acknowledges that the 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Finals took place on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, specifically the Katzie, Kwantlen, Matsqui and Semiahmoo First Nations.
All photos courtesy of BOLD Photos by Shelly
Abbotsford RFC enjoyed a 31-5 win over James Bay AA to banish the demons of last year’s Finals defeats to CV Rapids Rugby.
The Fraser Valley Club reached both U16 and U18 Girls Finals for the second successive year, but suffered double defeat to Rapids in Langford this time last year.
However, Abbotsford clinched the first of a historic double with a pulsating win over James Bay AA in Sunday’s first match. Their astute attacking play, particularly in the second half, eventually broke down a tireless James Bay AA defence that was exceptional throughout.
However, it was Abbotsford’s Day and they capped of victory with a fine try in the dying moments to spark pandemonium on the pitch at the final whistle.
Capilano RFC produced a scintillating display of Rugby to clinch the U16 Boys Championship crown against Castaway Wanderers RFC.
Castaway, beaten Finalists for the third straight year, never gave up hope but Capilano’s dominant pack and swift, attacking moves from the backs spurred them to a 33-10 triumph.
It was a ruthless display, much to the delight of the Capilano RFC fans in the stands, but Castaway refused to go down without fight.
However, Capilano saw out the match in style and regained Championship glory for one of the Mainland’s biggest Clubs.
Abbotsford RFC capped off a historic Championship double with a superb 43-7 victory over Island Regional winners James Bay AA in the U18 Girls Final.
Abbotsford was quick out of the blocks and stunned their Island counterparts with a ruthless first half display, racing into a 36-0 lead before the break.
James Bay AA, however, showed steely resilience throughout the second half and got on the scoreboard with the try of the match to reduce the deficit.
Abbotsford scored once more to extend their lead, but the damage was done in the first half and the Fraser Valley Club secured its second Championship win of the day.
Castaway Wanderers RFC made it back-to-back U18 Boys Championships with a classy performance to defeat UBCOB Ravens for the second successive year, finishing Sunday’s match as 31-15 winners.
These two teams have battled out the previous three U18 Boys Finals: going into today’s installment, both Clubs had one victory apiece with the points differential completely level.
However, Castaway Wanderers came through a tough battle to clinch victory in round three. The first half was even, with Castaway taking a narrow 10-8 lead at the break. However, the Island side pulled clear in the second half thanks to smart attacking play and a solid defensive line.
Ravens pushed hard but could not find a way through again until the final play of the game, but by then it was all too late.
BC Rugby would like to thank all groups and individuals who made the 2025 Age-Grade Club Finals possible: to our Match Officials, Coaching Staff, Therapists and Medics, Players, parents, volunteers and vendors – thank you for your hard work and commitment in helping grow the game throughout the province.
BC Rugby would like to thank all our sponsors and partners for their continued support: a huge thank you to Gilbert Rugby Canada, O’Neills, TRAXX Coachlines, Weissach INEOS Grenadier, Dilawri, Jumpstart and the Province of British Columbia for helping grow Rugby throughout British Columbia.
Thank you to our trophy and medal presenters: BC Rugby CEO Matthew Carter, BC Rugby Vice Presidents Theresa Weeks and Nish Nereyeth and BC Rugby staff members John Tait and Aimee Harrison.
Thank you to our official event photographer, Shelly Fey, for capturing the day’s events!
BC Rugby Club Youth Finals on Sunday in Langley: Island v Mainland in Boys and Girls U18 and U16 Divisions
The youth rugby finals for clubs wraps up this coming weekend at Willoughby Stadium in Langley. CW and James Bay will be representing the Island and Ravens, Abbotsford and Capilano will be representing the Mainland. The match ups and times are listed below.
U18 BOYS FINAL (4:15pm)
UBCOB Ravens vs. Castaway Wanderers
U18 GIRLS FINAL (2:15pm)
Abbotsford RFC vs. James Bay AA
U16 BOYS FINAL (12:30pm)
Capilano RFC vs. Castaway Wanderers
U16 GIRLS FINAL (10:30am)
Abbotsford RFC vs. James Bay AA
These were the semi-final results:
U18 BOYS
Mainland Final: UBCOB Ravens 26-25 Bayside Sharks A
Island Final: Castaway Wanderers 20-0 Salish Sea Warriors* (match conceded by Salish)
U18 GIRLS
Mainland Final: Abbotsford RFC 31-12 Langley RFC
Island Final: Cowichan RFC 7-10 James Bay AA
U16 BOYS
Mainland Final: Capilano RFC 17-15 Abbotsford RFC
Island Final: Cowichan RFC 19-20 Castaway Wanderers
U16 GIRLS
Mainland Final: Abbotsford RFC 51-24 Langley RFC
Island Final: James Bay AA 57-5 CV Rapids Rugby
I’ve received some questions surrounding the Salish Sea (Shawnigan) forfeit of their match to CW in the semis. If you have any insights on that feel free to use the comments section.
from BCRU
The 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Finals line-up has been confirmed after Regional Champions were crowned across 12 Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island Divisions this past weekend.
Following a busy season of junior Club Rugby, Regional Champions were decided in the U14 Boys and Girls Divisions, as well as our U16 and U18 Boys and Girls Mainland and Island Divisions.
The U16 and U18 Regional Champions now advance to the 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Finals, where they will battle it out for provincial honours this Sunday, December 7 at Langley Event Centre’s Willoughby Stadium.
With Regional Finals now decided, we are excited to confirm the 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Finalists:
U18 BOYS FINAL (4:15pm)
UBCOB Ravens vs. Castaway Wanderers
U18 GIRLS FINAL (2:15pm)
Abbotsford RFC vs. James Bay AA
U16 BOYS FINAL (12:30pm)
Capilano RFC vs. Castaway Wanderers
U16 GIRLS FINAL (10:30am)
Abbotsford RFC vs. James Bay AA
Don’t miss the pinnacle of the 2025 BC Rugby Age-Grade Club season!
Get ready for the biggest day of junior Club Rugby as the BC Rugby Age-Grade Club Finals take over Willoughby Stadium at Langley Events Centre on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Four Provincial Finals – U16 and U18 Boys and Girls – all in one action-packed day showcasing the future stars of our sport.
Entry is free, and the stadium will be buzzing with concessions and merchandise stalls open throughout the event. Bring your family, rally your club colours, and come support the next generation of rugby talent!
All Finals will be live streamed on BC Rugby’s YouTube Channel.
An action-packed weekend of Rugby saw the 2025 Age-Grade Regional Champions confirmed across the Island and Lower Mainland.
Winners of the U16 and U18 Regional Finals advance to this weekend’s Provincial Finals.
U18 BOYS
Mainland Final: UBCOB Ravens 26-25 Bayside Sharks A
Island Final: Castaway Wanderers 20-0 Salish Sea Warriors* (match conceded by Salish)
U18 GIRLS
Mainland Final: Abbotsford RFC 31-12 Langley RFC
Island Final: Cowichan RFC 7-10 James Bay AA
U16 BOYS
Mainland Final: Capilano RFC 17-15 Abbotsford RFC
Island Final: Cowichan RFC 19-20 Castaway Wanderers
U16 GIRLS
Mainland Final: Abbotsford RFC 51-24 Langley RFC
Island Final: James Bay AA 57-5 CV Rapids Rugby
U14 BOYS (REGIONAL FINALS ONLY)
Mainland Final: Capilano RFC 56-14 Abbotsford RFC
Island Final: Salish Sea Warriors 45-12 Castaway Wanderers
U14 GIRLS (REGIONAL FINALS ONLY)
Mainland Final: Abbotsford RFC 32-35 Langley RFC
Island Final: James Bay AA 70-28 Castaway Wanderers