Meehan Names Match 23 for Japan Clash on Saturday (Friday Evening in BC)
New CUMRC Format Means UVic or UBC Will Be Omitted from Canadian University Men's Rugby Championship for First Time - two most successful men's university programs in Canada but only one place at the tournament
Meehan Names 32 Player Squad for September Tests in Japan - 6 starters missing from Zimbabwe match, new skills coach
Canada v USA – Pacific Four 2024
Canada Defeat USA 50-7 to Start Pacific Four Campaign: Next Stop Australia on May 11th
It was a comprehensive win for Canada in LA although close at the half 17-7. It almost guarantees Canada a top 3 finish in the Pacific Four and a spot in the WXV 1 tournament they’re hosting later this year.
BC Rugby Weekend of April 27th 2024
BC Premier Semi-Final Results & Rosters: Ravens and Meraloma Advance to Final – Complete Semi-Final Results for All Divisions
It’s semi-finals weekend with 16 matches in 8 divisions. In men’s Premier it’s #1 Ravens and #2 Lomas looking to book their ticket to the finals with #5 UBC and #6 Westshore looking for the upsets. In women’s Premier it’s #1 UBC and #2 Westshore hosting #4 Capilano and #3 CW.
The weekend wrapped up with the higher ranked teams winning 13 of the 16 matches. The finals are next weekend in Burnaby. Clubs represented on finals day are Ravens (2), Lomas (2), UBC (2), Comox (2), Westshore, Burnaby, Rowers, Abbotsford, United, Squamish, Kamloops, Chilliwack.
BC High School Rugby – April 2024
BC High School Rugby Season in BC: How to Get Your Match Published on BCRN
The BC High School Rugby season is in full swing but unfortunately, unlike before, there’s not a central collection point for scores and matches. The bcssru.com used to provide that info but BC School Sports has taken over all sports and they don’t publish upcoming matches or results. They provide Provincials information but that’s about it. They actually started doing a ranking for Ultimate Frisbee, but haven’t started one for rugby yet. You may want to contact them to find out why. Their Twitter account is @BCSchoolSports
Rugby Canada AGM – April 2024
BC Rugby Semi-Finals Weekend 2024
32 Teams Representing 19 Clubs Enter BC Rugby Semi-Finals Weekend on April 27th in 8 Divisions
There are 19 Clubs represented in the semi-finals, 12 from the lower mainland, 1 from the interior, and 6 from the island. Meraloma have the most teams in the semis with teams in 4 divisions, followed by UBC and Westshore with teams in 3 divisions. Claiming doubles are UBCOB Ravens, Abbotsford, Squamish, Rowers, Comox, and Kamloops.
Vancouver Highlanders Update – April 2024
Highlanders Add Player #22 Nico Leonard, Three Reserve Players Josh Olver, Siôn Griffiths, Ed Wallin Plus Announce First Two High School Players of the Week Liam Turnbull and Markus Djurickovic
It seems it’s been a while since we’ve update the Highlanders news. With only 2 weeks left in the BC Premier regular season it will soon be Highlander season. Since our last update the Highlanders have selected two High School Players of the Week and announced three more reserve players and Highlander #22.
MLR 2024 Week 8
MLR Week 8 Results: 22 Canada-Eligible Players in Rosters
Twenty two Canada-eligible players took part in Week 8 of MLR, 15 starting and 7 in reserves. Four players have reached seven starts, Mason Flesch of Chicago, Dewald Kotze of Dallas, Mitch Richardson of Dallas and Josh Larsen of New England.
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