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.
Highlander #22
Join us in welcoming Vancouver Highlander 22, Nico Leonard!
From Cape Town, Leonard’s fast, powerful, and explosive running lines are a sight to be seen. Witness him and his teammates this summer, during the RPC Summer Series! ️#VancouverHighlanders #RugbyAtItsBest pic.twitter.com/3pZqzlYv58
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 11, 2024
Reserve Players
Join us in welcoming our next Vancouver Highlanders Reserve Player, Josh Olver!
From Worcester, Josh currently plays for the @CanucksRugby in the @RugbyAlberta Senior Men’s League.️#VancouverHighlanders #RugbyAtItsBest pic.twitter.com/TP9yZ3I1cY
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 6, 2024
Join us in welcoming our next Vancouver Highlanders Reserve Player, Siôn Griffiths!
From Mill Bay, Siôn currently plays for the @cwrugby team in the @bcrugbyunion Premier League. ️#VancouverHighlanders #RugbyAtItsBest pic.twitter.com/CZ8wawr8Ij
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 13, 2024
Join us in welcoming our next Vancouver Highlanders Reserve Player, Ed Wallin!
From Gloucester, Ed plays for the @CapilanoRFC in the @bcrugbyunion Premier League.️#VancouverHighlanders #RugbyAtItsBest pic.twitter.com/yYeiWSpPNu
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 20, 2024
High School Players of the Week
Week 1
Presenting our first High School Male Rugby Player of the Week, from the @ATHLETICSaints, Liam Turnbull for demonstrating great leadership, resilience, fortitude, and performance. Congratulations Liam!
Be sure to nominate who you think should be our next Player of the Week. pic.twitter.com/EkD99R7jxJ
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 15, 2024
Week 2
Presenting our High School Rugby Player of the Week, from @yourSMUS, Markus Djurickovic for his performance, fortitude, and athletic and community leadership. Congratulations Markus!
Be sure to nominate who you think should be our next Player of the Week. pic.twitter.com/CzISTM3ySC
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 22, 2024
Volunteers
Searching for an unforgettable summer experience?
Sign up for the Highlanders Volunteer Brigade!
Roles include:
Community Engagement
Game & Field Assistance ⛳️
Internships
Promotion & Booth Work
Ticketing️
Visiting Team Liaisons
& MoreFollow the link in our bio! pic.twitter.com/J3MhcKLbzO
— Vancouver Highlanders (@vanhighlanders) April 12, 2024
Team
Vancouver Highlanders (21)
James Biss, Jacob Bossi, D’Shawn Bowen, Paul Ciulini, Thomas Davidson, Matthew Klimchuk, Sam Mace, Takoda McMullin, Talon McMullin, Melani Nanai, Ollie Nott, Conor O’Flaherty, Jake Thiel, Josh Thiel, Alastair Marshall, Payton Teneycke, Caden Wilson, Reid Watkins, Lenny Bonduau, Griffin Phillipson, Hayden Mulgrew, Nico Leonard
Reserves (11)
Ben Beauchamp, Taine Clague, Simeon John, Keegan Neary, Theo Espagnol, Jacob Bourne, Callum Brown, Nathan Holm, Josh Olver, Siôn Griffiths, Ed Wallin
High School Players of the Week (2)
Liam Turnbull, Markus Djurickovic
Head Coach: Tom Larisch.
Defence Coach: Bill Chamberlain.