Community
Bits & Pieces
Community Volunteers Recognition and a tip of The Ruggernut’s cap to CW U16 boys who lent some elbow grease to last weekend’s Victoria Marathon. The lads received kudos from the organizing committee and the club adds its “two bits”. ‘onyas, guys, that’s the Ceedub style! NSMT News –...
A Tragedy in the Rugby Community
It seems like an age since this morning's blog post, welcoming Wallington Grammar School and the excitement of Thursday's match for our boys. Tonight we have the very sad announcement that the team has returned to the U.K. following an accident that occured during a scheduled swim at...
Friday Fun Facts
Where in the world is Jake? A noted absence from the B.C. Bears announced squad for CRC’s was the name of Jake Ilnicki. Transpires, that with a little bit of sleuthing via Riley, we found him turning up as a regular front row starter with Sydney’s oldest established First Grade club,...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
Growing the Game Photo, CW’s, 'Yak' (Nanyak Dala) and 'Puck' (Derek Daypuck) pictured, “giving back”. Rugby Canada recently posted the fact that the game of rugby is growing in leaps and bounds, although this may be hard to fathom when clubs are having trouble (CW included) finding numbers...
Monday's Musings
Weekend Recap Canada’s DTH Van Der Merwe went seventy minutes with Glasgow Warriors (no bench-warming this week!) and pitched in with yet another tally in post-season, when they upset Munster 31 – 13 in the Final of the Pro12 League. DTH has scored two beauties in the playoffs and the...
Wednesday's, "Ruck & Maul" on Thursday!
Just a windup on the Women’s IRB Tourney. It was alluded to that there was a heavy CW volunteer involvement in an earlier blog on this site. Today, we would like to name names, starting with Dave Crossley, Chair of Local Organization – logistics, team liaison, volunteer management,...
A Day in the Life of Windsor Park
N.Z.'s Silver Ferns hit out early. Hats off to Gord Kehoe who found something to do of value with his recuperating time from recent surgery. Gord linked with the Aussie Sevens Women and lined up a workout at his Crossfit Gym…..’onya, Gord. Training's done! England women...
News From Vanuatu
Good news from former CW player, Nick Regenvanu, responding to an out reach from Brent Johnston. After many years of service to CW and a brief stint with the VIRURRS, Nick and his family returned home but they have maintained a strong connection with the club's South Seas community. Nick...
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Put Yourself in this Picture!
What is the Tyee Club? A catch of 30# plus of a spring or chinook salmon qualifies as membership. You could receive your "golden hook" when you visit Haida Gwai waters where you are almost guaranteed such a catch. Bid in this one on Saturday Nite - it always goes FAR below face value. A...
Ones/Thurds Hit the Road
Larsen's Back! The Ones and Thurds travel to Piggieville tomorrow to play Cowichan in a T.C. Div. 'make-up' and 3RD Div. game. This competition is already finished with the Norsemen as winners, so this match will be somewhat of an "exhibition". It is never a 'friendly' on the field at...
Don't Miss This
What an opportunity to bid on some fantastic items for your bucket list, guaranteed to beat face value! February 28th is Casino Royale at Victoria Golf Club - the club's Annual Fun(d)raiser. $225/couple gets you - mix and mingle appies; sit down, superb supper with wine; $100 funny money to...
Another Prescript To Saturday
A very special event which will be occurring at half-time tomorrow is the presentation to Anton Ngnon of the very first, “Step Ahead” scholarship. The scholarship has been sponsored by Roger Robinson of Touch Lounge. Roger, who, in conjunction with CW has generously donated what we hope will...
February Fun
CW Annual Fundraising Dinner February 28, 2015 - 6:30 p.m. - Midnight Victoria Golf Club 1110 Beach Drive A new twist on an annual classic. This upscale 'Casino Royale' themed fundraiser, is a hip, must attend event with delightful door prizes, live entertainment, swag, passed...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
The year in review would have to have the performances of Canadian Women’s teams in both VII’s and XV’s as arguably, the top achievement. Further to this, Canada will be hosting a leg of the Women’s World Rugby VII’s Circuit in April. This tournament will take place at Westhills Stadium in...
Wednesday's Ruck & Maul
'twas the night before Christmas. What a present for Ken and Lauren Goodland, baby boy, Cian! Heard tell, a good-sized little bloke to add to the Tricolor Nursery. Thanks to those who stepped up to ring the chimes last Sunday. A kettle amount of just shy of $600 was raised on The...
Swag Sale - One Day Only
Stocking Stuffers??? CW hoodies, touques are IN and can be purchased today (only while supplies last) from 8:30 a.m. til 6:00 p.m. at Vital Health Pharmacy, 1825 Fort St. (Fort and...
'Twas the week before Christmas......
Schnell & Riordan on the attack! Anna Schnell, coach of CW’s Girls program was an elite player on an elite Burnaby Lake Rugby Club squad in her playing days. In her six seasons (2004-2010), Schnell was a dominating force as Burnaby Lake won three provincial championships. She also led B.C. to...
A Decade of Dining With Guido
From all those present, a reciprocal 'THANK YOU' to Guido and Knaggsy. Guido always reminds us at this time of year to be thankful and in kind, he throws an opportunity for seasonal fellowship at The Temple. 'onya, Guido - another hit!...
Unsung Hero - On the Field
Recently, one of Tye Haight’s team mates came to The Ruggernut and suggested he deserved recognition. We got to thinking about Tye and agreed with the suggestion. Tye is in his fourth season with CW but exemplifies those characteristics of a great club guy. Two seasons back he was voted Thurds...
Monday's Musings
Barnard Cup Congratulations to UVic on a fairly comprehensive victory in last Saturday’s Barnard Cup, 35 – 17. Although the tries scored were relatively close, 4 – 3, the margin was clearly in favour of the students. The hosts led 17 – 5 at the half when it was virtually done and dusted....
Monday's Musings
CDI Crunches At the Top After last weekend, the CDI Premiership delineated clearly between the top five and the bottom three with The Birds leading the way. Most unfortunately, for the Tricolours after their visit to Jericho on Saturday and subsequent 17 – 18 loss, they find themselves ten...
CW Vs JBAA
Patrons are advised to note chnages in previously posted kickoff times. First Division, 12:45. Premier Division, 2:30 p.m. This match willbe live streamed by BCRU. Raindrops Stopped Falling On My Head! Stay dry and proudly show the CW colours? Our U18 Jr. Team is currently selling...
Wednesday's, "Ruck & Maul".
LEST WE FORGET CW Vs ROWERS BOOK IT! THIS SATURDAY - SUPPORTERS' LUNCHEON - PAVILION EAST - 1:00 p.m. This event will be held for all SPONSORS, 20/20 MEMBERS & SOCIAL MEMBERS. This serves as a reminder as you have previously been notified for purposes of menu and libations....
Monday's Musings
CW’s Dylan ‘Diesel’ Jones could use all of our positive vibes as he undergoes a huge battle, having been recently diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Dylan, a highly respected player on and off the field by mates or foes has started treatments and will no doubt face this foe as aggressively as...