Author Archive: BCRN

Dubai 7s – December 2021

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Canada Men Finish 12th at Dubai; Women Finish in 8th Place: Match Replays

A worrying time for the men’s program as they share bottom of the standings with Japan now, losing to Japan this tournament. Is it time to look at the coaching of the team at this point, does the team need rejuvenation, leaving things as they are looks like a formula for relegation. With the men’s XVs program relegated from the World Cup for the first time, under a foreign coach, are the men’s 7s to follow the same fate? Some decisive action is required.

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The Multi-Sport Athlete

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Wrestling for Rugby Coaches Session December 8th; Trail Running to Improve Balance and Footwork

I’ve always been a big believer in multi-sport athletes and how other sports can improve your rugby performance. Here are a couple of items that came across my desk.

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Dubai 7s – November 2021

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Canada Men Finish 11th of 12, Women Finish 8th of 10 in Dubai 7s Opening Tournament

This is a transition year for both the men’s and women’s programs as new players are tested out on the international circuit. The danger for Canada is that if the quality is too low they could be relegated from the series the following year.

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Rugby Canada Updates – November 2021

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Vansen to Resign as CEO in January 2022 – Rugby Canada Launches Search for New CEO

from Rugby Canada

November 23, 2021 (Langford, BC) – The Rugby Canada Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer Allen Vansen announced today that they have agreed to begin the transition of leadership at the organization.

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Capilano Rugby – November 2021

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Sad News – Steve “Sanchez” Taylor Tragic Passing: Fundraising Page for Family

from Capilano media

It is with great sadness that we inform club members of the tragic passing of Steve “Sanchez” Taylor. Sanchez was tragically killed in the mudslide on Highway 99 last week. The Capilano Rugby Club offers its heartfelt condolences to the entire Taylor family. We will very much miss having Sanchez around Klahanie Park. A fundraising page has been set up to help the family and the link for this is posted below.

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Women’s XVs November Tour 2021

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Canada Defeat Wales 24-7 Despite Red Card – Strong Second Half Comeback: VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS

from Rugby Canada

Canada’s Senior Women’s 15s faced Wales at Cardiff Arms Park on November 21st, earning a 24-7 win in their final Fall fixture, presented by DHL Rugby. Canada overcame a first half red card and put forth a dominant second half of play to collect their third win from four matches this Fall.

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