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One Way Traffic at Starfire
This writer has synthesized the twitter feed of last night’s game from the SeaWolves for the following report. The game was not shown however the scoring parade was denoted accurately and often! Seattle scored early and followed up soon after from a rolling maul from the lineout and...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
GO, YOU GOOD THING! (Credit to Times Colonist) Looking very much like no Saturday games, check in later in the week in case the Wallace Field comes through again with its amazing ability in adverse weather conditions, probably something to do with the man it was named after, the iconic...
Monday's Musings
THANK YOU, THANK YOU. Wowzer! What a weekend and for some, still not ended! The Ruggernut takes the liberty to blog today because he can! For openers, it is with thanks to fellow site partner, Dave Crossley, for his posted blog last Friday. Indeed, the B.C. Rugby Hall of Fame is some honour....
ONLY STOP IN TOWN!
LAST CHANCE - Anyone who may still have a tree to recycle! CW provides this opportunity TOMORROW, noon - 4:00 p.m. Rose Garden site, Windsor Park. By donation. Thanks for your support. CW's PREMIER WOMEN, akin to the men, have been thrown the gauntlet from Coach Dovanne...
Ian "Macca" Maclean - inducted into BC Rugby Hall of Fame
CW is very proud to announce the induction of our very own, Ian “Macca” Maclean, to BC Rugby Hall of Fame. He is to be inducted this coming Saturday evening, at St. George's school and there will be many club colleagues present to support and celebrate alongside him and his wife Frances....
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
Ellusive UVic Captain, James O'Neill on the scoot. CW Men have been thrown the gauntlet by Coach Manning to face the upcoming opposition which will see them either in the thick of things or on the outer looking in, by the end of February! The Chaps are back at the grindstone following...
Canada Red Get the Job Done
Max & Matt Vs U.S.A. Men's U18 action wound up yesterday in California, the four games of the series all being very close. The Men's Reds came from behind with a solid second half to topple their U.S. counterparts, 33 - 25 with CW's, Matt Klimek notching his second tally in the series and...
Monday's Musings
'The Queen' and His Court at work! RECYCLING - EXTENDED SUNDAY, JAN., 5. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. SATURDAY, JAN., 11. 12 noon - 4:00 p.m. CLUB INITIATIVE Age Grade Girls sell 50/50 tix @ ROYALS game. Well done - Age Grade Girls Coaching Crew CANADA BOYS U18...
BRANCHING INTO A NEW DECADE
This time ten years ago (or was that twenty??!!), the commencement of a new millenium, Y2K ,had us on edge with the fear of computer mayhem! Today we have a far greater concern with global warming and the effects of an almost unbelievable, 7.7 billion people living on planet earth. CW...
Monday's Musings
GOOD THINGS come in small packages! Today, it's a 'hats off' to BC's Elite U18 7's team that competetd very successfully at the recent World School Sevens Tournament in Auckland. This was a 'first ever' for a Canadian side and the girls acquitted themselves very proudly, winning five of...
Monday's Musings
'tis the Season.............to be thankful. The Treasurer gives thanks for the club being able to keep its financial head above water! A relevant reminder to ink Feb., 29th's Fun(d)raiser! It was the days before Christmas for the thirteenth Annual Guido Luncheon! A spectrum of clubs...
All the Best
CW wishes all the readers of this site, the very best of the Christmas Season to you and yours. A special THANK YOU to all of those who financially support us - your efforts are greatly appreciated. NO SOONER SAID THAN DONE! On Wednesday we predicted Matt Klimchuk's wearing of the...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
PATHWAY TO THE PINNACLE Today it gives this site great pleasure to highlight Julianne Zussman, a special athlete, a special person and a wonderful ambassador for rugby, specifically Canadian rugby. This past weekend, ‘Zuss’ as we fondly know her at CW, refereed at the Dubai Sevens. She...
Last Minute Apeal - Volunteers Needed
As an annual event, members of the CW community are asked to volunteer to marshal the lighted truck parade route along Oak Bay Avenue. This is a good opportunity for the Club to give back to our host community and to gain profile with our neighbours. The job is straightforward and provides...
BCRU U19 Club Final - A Couple to Watch.
Let this commentary commence with the fact that a CW player, red-carded in the late going last Saturday in U19 play, has no due date for recourse, aka an appeal opportunity, until a date sometime AFTER Saturday’s Final. Where is due process in this case? BCRU Rules & Regs., wake up! ...
'TIS THE SEASON
FRIDAY, 13th December – GUIDO'S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON12:00 noon; $35; @ The Temple; proceeds to CW. Guido’s annual gesture of giving back. He provides turkey and all the trimmings, along with libations for an opportunity for players from across the clubs to get together in the spirit of rugby....
Monday's Musings
A Good Day for CW U16 Girls lost to Abbotsford in the B.C. Final, 29 – 44. Down, 22 – 29 @ the half, the girls ran out of steam against a deep bench. Congrats to Abbie. B.C. Champs. Thanks to parents and coaches. U19 Girls. This crew repeated as B.C. Champs with a lop-sided victory...
A Weekend Without Rugby?? Not So!
On Sunday, our U19 Boys will play the VIRU Final at Mc Donald Park against arch rival, James Bay. The teams have met twice with a win each, strangely enough, at each other's home field. There was nothing in either game, so this decider should be a cracker. The James Bay program of boys age...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
The Chaplain in Presidential mode! CW congratulates third term President, Matt (“The Chaplain”) Gordon. Matt was re-elected for a third term at last week’s AGM. A thankless job, requiring considerable “personal” time and support from spouse/partner and family, we are fortunate to have...
Monday's Musings
Chiz at the mine face. MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! Regardless of the weather, it was a good day for CW visiting the Hub City on Saturday. The venture opened with a men’s “Third Div.” exhibition between the two clubs. Despite being short of two full fifteen a-sides, the clubs mixed and...
Road Trip to the Hornet's Nest
CW takes three teams up to the Hub City tomorrow. Premier Women play at 10:30 a.m., Reserves Men k.o. @ 1:30 (advertised BCRU) and Premier Men @ 3:00. There are a few seats left on bus, contact HUTCH. Departs Windsor 9:30 a.m. Mikey on the loose! As...
Monday's Musings
Wiliams Lake Connection! CW Takes a Brace. Hi, ho, it’s off to work we go! With time running out and a Rowers’ lead, it appeared that their season's bagel would be broken. Then there was McCarthy with his "double brace" to save the day! BUT, we will get to that. Apologies for...
Roadie to Rowers
The lads take off early tomorrow to travel to Brockton Oval to take on the Rowers. The Divvies (Reserves) will be playing a 1 – 6 opponent. Obviously tough sledding for the Boatmen so far. However, despite being ahead in the standings, nothing can be taken for granted and I suspect...
Monday's Musings
Brandon, 'The Director', Schellenberger - in the office! A DAY TO REFLECT AND GIVE THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO GAVE THE ULTIMATE FOR US It was a good start by Westshore at Windsor on Saturday, no doubt, expected by the home club. After a few recycles Jones or Klaver (WRFC) was hit with a...