Rugby Canada Updates – November 2021

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

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

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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Women’s XVs November Tour 2021

Canada Lose to England 51-12 – Face Wales on Sunday

It was no surprise that #1 England would dominate, they’re far ahead of the pack based on recent results. England defeated NZ 56-15 last weekend which would put Canada on par with #2 NZ in terms of comparison. France #4 may actually be the on form team for second as they defeated NZ 38-13 on the weekend.

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Coastal Cup 2021 – Week 8

Vancouver Wave Win Inaugural Coastal Cup with 26-17 Win Over Pacific Pride – Full Match Video: UBC Finish Season with Win Over Crimson Tide

The Vancouver Wave won the inaugural Coastal Cup championship with a 26-17 win over the Pacific Pride national development academy. The Wave led throughout and were up 16-5 at the half. They were up 26-5 with a few minutes left before the Pride answered back with two late scores.

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Canada v Belgium – November 2021

Canada Defeat Belgium 24-0 Despite a Red and Yellow Card: FULL MATCH VIDEO

The Canadian men’s XVs team will end a horrendous year with one bright glimmer, a win against Belgium with 14 men. Michael Smith received a red card at the 17 minute mark and Canada had to play short for the remainder of the match. The play looked innocuous enough in real time, the ref didn’t pick it up but the TMO did after the fact. Smith’s shoulder made contact with a player’s head while the player was on the ground trying to wrestle the ball away from Tyler Rowland.

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