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INTERVIEW: Mike James Reflects on 2009 BC Bears Season
posted Dec 11 2009
[BCRN] The BC Bears have wound up their 2009 campaign. What were the highlights for you?
[MJ] My overall satisfaction comes from the sense that the BC program has been a positive experience for the players and management staff. We might not have had the best players in the country at every position but the BC Bears found a way to win every domestic game in the ARC. We lead Argentina for 39 minutes until we played a man down, then 2 men down, to finish the match. The commitment to win from the team was never in doubt. More recently, the fashion that the BC Bears played against Russia, outscoring them 6 tries to 1, was really remarkable. This was a match where we saw a whole slate of different players and they did not disappoint. These games and their results confirm to me that we have some very good rugby players in BC and this bodes well for the program.
[BCRN] How do you see the BC Bears evolving over the next 5 years. What’s on your wish list?
[MJ] The BC Bears has started from scratch this year. We were able to start something positive with little notice or framework in place. What the players have accomplished on the field has started a movement to reinforce the level of competition locally in BC and beyond. There is a real push for the BC Bears to become its own entity; to tour, to play invitational sides, to play pre-season friendly matches against professional teams. This really is an opportunity we need to capitalize on to develop further rugby and offer our players better competition in which they can test themselves. My wish list would be to have great fixtures, well attended by the public, well sponsored by corporate entities, and the BC Bears could become a marketable, self-sustainable semi-professional sports franchise.
[BCRN] Getting a little more concrete, what are the plans for next year, any fixtures penciled in yet?
[MJ] The fixtures are yet to be confirmed and I will let the powers that be do so. I believe the BC Bears will play a touring English side in June, and then a slightly modified ARC tournament will be played over August and September. I hope Oxford will consider to tour again prior to their Varsity Match. We would like to play them again! I think any fixture we can secure is a very good idea.
[BCRN] What message would you like to send out to BC Bears’ players and those who aspire to play for the Bears?
[MJ] I think the efforts to prepare and compete in 2009 for the players have set the bar to a certain standard. Those that return will know what condition they have to be in to be considered. Those that aspire to play for the Bears need to put themselves in a position to succeed early. Top-level rugby is a significant jump from our current club system. The players need to get out of their comfort zones to aspire to higher achievements. I believe the current management team can offer the expectation and framework to win provided the players are playing for the group and are prepared to sacrifice accordingly.
[BCRN] What about comments on fan support, what you saw, what you would like to see?
[MJ] I believe there is a large support for rugby in both the Island and Mainland communities. The Bears are becoming a viable rugby product worthy of their support. The Russia- Bears match in Langford was very well-attended and the crowd was treated to a fine display of skilled rugby. The crowd was very good despite some Island clubs not willing to change their training on a Tuesday night with no game the following Saturday, to attend. The stakeholders in the BC Bears management team are working behind the scenes to secure venues that more attractive for the events and price those venues to maximize attendance. The Bears need fans to support the efforts and sacrifices the players are making to be there. Fans should feel they are getting value for their ticket price. At the same time, the rugby public shouldn’t feel some inherent right to watch rugby for free. Unfortunately, it costs money to assemble the team, prepare, and host a match. When you see how much it costs to go see a movie, the ticket price for a BC Bears versus Ontario or an international side can’t be considered expensive. We need to engage the rugby public further as we are trying to promote the sport and develop a bona fide program.
[BCRN] What can you tell us about the management team for the BC Bears, such as the Assistant Coaches, what was their role in the success of the team?
[MJ] I wanted to have a wealth of knowledge and experience available for the inaugural ARC competition so that the players were exposed to the right information and leadership where needed. Their efforts cannot go unrecognized.
Tom Larisch and I worked together for the BC-Oxford game in 2008. Tom is a tireless worker, very organized for success and determined to win. He is an excellent student of the game and is very pragmatic to having the players in a position to succeed. Kris de Scossa is a high performance director with Rugby Canada, played professional rugby, RFU educated, and has international experience in Italy and with the World Cup winning Wallabies. He was an excellent source of reference for everyone and had helped coach the Meralomas to a provincial title. Angel Cividanes is our Argentina- born scrum coach who also works with the Meralomas. I think he really offered insight and expertise in a different scrum approach that Tom and I were adamant about imposing. He was an excellent driving force to how we were able to compete and disrupt at scrum time. The coaching staff’s passion was contagious.
Our managers, Connie McGinley and Hans de Goede, were tireless in their help in making sure everything came together. Our medical staff of Trish Hopkins and Dr Don Hedges kept everyone ready physically for the demands of the coaching staff. The key to our early success was our early preparation with the Run Club initiative. These sessions were monitored in 3 different locations province-wide with the help of Dave Brown, Nik Witkowski, and Marc Filiatrault. Rod Holloway and Dave Brown were crucial in the player identification and selection process.
I would be remiss to not mention Jeff Sauve and the support of the BC Rugby office and Board who supported us in our demands to make sure the BC Bears players were the first priority. Meghan Mutrie was our communications officer who developed match reports and player profiles to help connect the players with the rugby public. I hope I have not forgotten anyone else. There were a lot of people involved in the surroundings of the Bears that all contributed to the on-field success.
[BCRN] Do you think a BC Bears 7s team for the summer would be a possibility?
[MJ] I think it is a good idea. However, as a former second row, I am limited in my knowledge of 7’s! Also, with the ARC schedule to be advanced a month, there may be conflicting dates.
[BCRN] Since Christmas is around the corner what’s on your general wish list for rugby in BC?
[MJ] My wish list is that the players in BC strive to become bigger, stronger, and faster and push themselves for National selection. Rugby is a sport that can offer opportunities to those who give to rugby. In the spirit of Christmas, it is always better to give than receive. I hope we can continue the success of this year into 2010 and beyond.
[BCRN] Thanks Mike, see you in the new year.
BC Bears Show Grizzly Spirit with 38-16 Win Over Russians: UPDATED WITH TC AND RC MATCH REPORTS - GAME VIDEO: UPDATED WITH VICNEWS REPORT
posted Nov 24 2009
[ed. comments below]
Victoria News
Times Colonist Match Report
Rugby Canada Match Report
Watch First Half Video
Watch Second Half Video
Well this was an interesting game from many points of view. First coming into the grounds in Langford it became apparent the parking lot was full as cars were parked along the road including the roundabout leading into the facility. I’m not sure if this is the largest crowd they’ve had but they’re certainly not equipped to handle this type of crowd from a parking perspective. One of the locals told me the stands (including boxes) holds 1500 so I would estimate the crowd at about 2000 as the stands were full plus a standing room crowd around the fence. It was a very good turnout considering it was a dark, damp Tuesday evening. Well done Victoria, you’ve proven you will support top level rugby even during the week. Now it’s Vancouver’s turn to not only outdo Victoria attendance-wise but for Canada to outdo BC in the score department. The final score was 38-16 for BC.
I was impressed by the energy and tenacity that BC started with. That tells me the coaches had the team pumped up and focused, well done Mike James and crew. They ran in a couple of early tries and obviously caught the Russian team off guard with their intensity. The possession in the first half seemed to be all in the favour of BC and they put the game out of reach basically by half time, they added a couple of tries in the early second half to stretch the lead. One of the troubling aspects of the game was the lack of a killer instinct. BC could have put 50 points on the board if they had kept their focus and intensity, instead they let the Russians dictate the last quarter of the game. Throughout the game however the BC defensive coverage was superb, there was always a second and third tackler in place to make sure even a missed tackle would not alter the outcome, that impressed me. On offense however BC lost the plot in the second half just relying on Russian mistakes to notch a couple of opportune tries, it would have been much more satisfying to see some well worked tries in the second half. The lack of mental focus was a little troubling but Mike James was adamant on clearing the bench in the second half and for this he can be applauded and perhaps an asterisks put beside the remark on lack of focus in the second half as subs were brought in.
If Canadian teams could play for 80 minutes with the intensity and purpose that BC started with the results could be phenomenal. Alas it became apparent the oxygen starved brains would become diminished in the creativity department first as kick after kick was the only option for offensive thrust in the second half, twice in a row penalty kicks failed to see touch, little things that indicated the team was spent in terms of creative options but the rote, mechanical tackling instilled from hours of practice carried them through the second half for a glorious victory. Another notch on the belt for BC Rugby as they add to the list of international teams that have been ravaged on these rocky shores.
It will be interesting to see how the Canada team fares on Saturday, the pressure is on to at least duplicate the effort of BC if not to surpass it. Also will the mainland fans show up in the same numbers on Saturday with a conflicting BCRU schedule?
Another point to mention was the press coverage, postgame there were representatives of the major newspapers such as the Times Colonist and Black Press (which owns the community newspapers) who were interviewing players and coaches across the field. The last person to leave the field was Mike James giving interviews to all who approached, a big smile on his face. I can already hear the distant rumblings on the Canadian rugby scene, Mike James for CEO, Mike James for head coach, I have no doubt one or the other will happen within the next decade.
Bears starting line-up announced for Russia fixture
from BCRU
posted Nov 23 2009
Tonight (Tuesday, November 24) kicking-off at 7:00 PM at Bear Mountain Stadium in Langford, the BC Bears will take to the pitch against Russia. After multiple training sessions leading up to the game, Bears head coach Mike James is confident his squad is prepared.
“Everyone we have selected is game fit,” explained James. “The squad features players who were involved in the Americas Rugby Championship and are deserving of another selection. We have been monitoring the BC leagues and some players who did not play for the Bears in the fall will get a chance against the Russians.”
Recently retired from a successful professional rugby career, Victoria native Ed Fairhurst will serve as the match day captain.
British Columbia Bears Game Day Roster:
1 Toby Peyton, University of Victoria Vikes RFC
2 Ryan Hamilton, University of Victoria Vikes RFC
3 Andrew Tiedemann, University of Victoria Vikes RFC
4 Eric Lopatinsky, Velox Valhallians RFC
5 Ben Johnson, James Bay Athletic Association
6 Glen McKinnon, Capilano RFC
7 Seamus Gay, Castaway Wanderers RFC
8 Ben Jones, University of British Columbia Thunderbirds RFC
9 Ed Fairhurst (captain), Castaway Wanderers RFC
10 Charlie Jones, University of British Columbia Thunderbirds RFC
11 Vince Herlaar, James Bay Athletic Association
12 David Spicer, University of Victoria Vikes RFC
13 Matt Buckley, Castaway Wanderers RFC
14 Brock Nicholson, Vancouver Rowing Club RFC
15 Connor Braid, James Bay Athletic Association
16 Rhodri Hanmer, Meraloma RFC
17 Jason Marshall, Capilano RFC
18 Travis Robertson, Velox Valhallians RFC
19 Connor Christopher, Capilano RFC
20 Scott Plummer, Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
21 Nick Waggott, University of British Columbia Thunderbirds RFC
22 Phil Mack, James Bay Athletic Association
23 Sean Duke, University of Victoria Vikes RFC
Mike James, Coach
Tom Larisch, Assistant Coach
Connie McGinley, Manager
Trish Hopkins, Therapist
Dr. Brian Winsby, Team Doctor
BC Bears Name Roster for Russia Fixture
BCRU Press Release
posted November 22 2009
BC Bears Head Coach, Mike James has named the roster of 23 to compete against the National Russian Men’s this coming Tuesday, November 24 in Langford, British Columbia.
The Provincial Senior Men’s rugby team, the BC Bears will take to the pitch against an international side for the second time in a row. After winning the Canadian portion of the Americas Rugby Championship, the Bears lost to a powerful Argentinean side in the Americas championship game. BC will have a chance to even their 2009 international record against the Russians who are currently ranked 18th in the world.
Nine BC Rugby clubs will be represented on Tuesday. Two sets of brothers (Dalziel’s and Jones’) will represent the Bears, who will also showcase Canadian International veterans from the Victoria area including Ed Fairhurst and David Spicer.
Braid Connor - James Bay Athletic Association
Buckley Matt - Castaway Wanderers RFC
Christopher Connor - Capilano RFC
Dalziel Taylor - University of British Columbia
Dalziel Spencer - James Bay Athletic Association
Houlihan Peter - Vancouver Rowing Club
Fairhurst Ed - Castaway Wanderers RFC
Gay Seamus - Castaway Wanderers RFC
Hamilton Ryan - University of Victoria
Hanmer Rhodri - Meraloma RFC
Herlaar Vince - James Bay Athletic Association
Johnson Ben - James Bay Athletic Association
Jones Charlie - University of British Columbia
Jones Ben - University of British Columbia
Lopatinsky Eric - Velox Valhallians RFC
Marshall Jason - Capilano RFC
McKinnon Glen - Capilano RFC
Nicholson Brock - Vancouver Rowing Club RFC
Peyton Toby - University of Victoria
Plummer Scott - Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
Spicer David - University of Victoria
Tiedemann Andrew - University of Victoria
Waggott Nick - University of British Columbia
BC vs Russia - Nov. 24th - Langford, BC
Tickets are still available for the British Columbia Bears vs Russia match November 24th - 7 PM kick-off - Bear Mountain Stadium - Langford, BC. Visit http://cardticketing.com/showtickets.aspx?mid=309
Ticket Prices: Adult (18 & Over): $15 ($20 at the gate)
Youth (Under 18): $5 ($10 at the gate)
BC Bears versus Russia: November 24th at 7pm at Bear Mountain Stadium
from David Davies
posted Nov 12 2009
VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA - The BC Bears will face a full international side when Russia comes to Victoria for a mid-week match on Tuesday, November 24th at 7pm at Bear Mountain Stadium.
This summer, the BC Bears were crowned Canadian champions of the new Americas Rugby Championship and were only defeated by the Argentina Jaguars, a development side, in the international portion of the tournament.
It is a rarity in any sport for a provincial side to get a game against an international team. Russia, ranked 19th in the world by the International Rugby Board (IRB), will play the BC Bears as a precursor to their full international test against 13th ranked Canada on Saturday, November 28th in Vancouver.
The historic match will be played under the lights at Bear Mountain Stadium in Langford; it marks the return of international rugby to the province for the first time in over a decade. Bear Mountain Stadium boasts top-end facilities as well as covered seating.
It is also the first match in Canada to be approved by the IRB to be played on Field Turf.
Victoria hosted the ARC Semi-Final on October 10th and the rugby community showed its full support with a 1500+ crowd. The Bears are hoping to repeat this success at the Russia match.
Four Canadian regional sides (BC Bears, Prairie Wolf Pack, Ontario Blues and The Rock) played in a round-robin style tournament throughout the month of September across Canada to determine the Canadian Champion.
The BC Bears were undefeated against the other Canadian sides and earned the right to represent Canada in the ARC Final against the Argentina Jaguars in Markham, Ontario.
The ARC is sanctioned by the International Rugby Board (IRB) and is part of their Strategic Investment Program, which includes significant investment in the development of Canada, USA and Argentina.
With financial support from the IRB, the ARC tournament offered a chance for the British Columbia Rugby Union to resurrect their storied senior men’s program. In the past, BC has faced international competition such as New Zealand, Scotland, England and the Barbarians.
Mike James, head coach of the BC Bears and a former professional rugby player in France, says this match validates the province’s investment in the senior men’s rugby program.
“Any chance the BC Bears have to play a representative match is a great opportunity to further develop rugby in BC. I think there is something special to Canadians to play against Russia. This match is very important to BC Rugby.”
James, who fought for this match to be played on the Island versus the Mainland, was impressed with the Victoria turnout for the semi-final and is encouraged that this match will be strongly supported by the Vancouver Island rugby community as well.
“I strongly believe there is a fervent rugby community in Victoria. All the ingredients are in play for this match to be a real success and to thank the Island rugby public for their continued support of the BC Bears. I hope the evening game on turf, with a large Island club representation of players will encourage people to come watch the historic event in Langford.”
Ticket Prices:
Tickets will be $15 in advance for adults and just $5 for youth under 18. Tickets at the gate will be $20 and $10 respectively. Advance tickets are available online by following the link:
http://cardticketing.com/showtickets.aspx?mid=309
Bears host Russia in Langford on Tuesday, November 24
posted Oct 30 2009
BCRU Press Release
Rugby Canada and BC Rugby are pleased to confirm that the historic match between Russia and the BC Bears will take place in Langford, BC. Originally scheduled for Tuesday afternoon at Brockton Oval, the game will now be played under the lights at the new Langford Stadium on November 24th at 7 PM PDT.
Coach of the reigning Senior Men's National Champions and ARC Finalists, Mike James will soon announce his roster to take on the 16th ranked Russians.
Tickets will be $15 in advance - $20 at the gate for adults and just $5 for those under 18 ($10 at the gate). You can buy tickets for this match online with convenience of receiving your ticket via email. Go to http://cardticketing.com/showtickets.aspx?mid=309
This is a first ever match approved on Field Turf by the IRB in Canada.
Canada will play the Russians on Saturday at UBC Thunderbird Stadium - with interest in this first ever test between the 19th ranked Russians and 13th ranked Canada, at a fever pitch in the ticket office.
This will be the first fall test in British Columbia in well over a decade. Take advantage of this rare chance to see Russia take on Canada by purchasing your ticket now at http://cardticketing.com/showtickets.aspx?mid=310.
Because of the huge interest in game day sales at the Ireland vs Canada test (over 8,000 in attendance last May), this match will only have 5,000 tickets available, so once they are gone, so is your chance for taking part in this great Autumn spectacle. Don't delay and buy your tickets today. Remember, using our ticketing system no credit card is required - pay through the convenience of Interac Direct Debit online!
Argentina Jaguars Win Inaugural ARC Championship
by Meghan Mutrie
posted October 17 2009
Playing the Argentina Jaguars at full strength is a task, but two cards in the second half and relentless Jaguar defense spelled the end for the BC Bears in the ARC Championship final as the succumbed to Argentina 35 – 11.
The Jaguars would touch down first but the converted try was immediately countered by a Nate Hirayama penalty; the quick exchange of points was indicative of the run of play in the first half.
Instead of working around the Jaguars’ known strengths, the Bears bravely opted to meet them head on in the forwards and by kicking, and it seemed to work for the first 40 as the two teams traded territory and possession.
BC’s head coach Mike James did not intentionally plan on playing to the Jaguars’ strengths, but he says it is hard to avoid when the opposition is so skilled.
“Argentina met our expectations in their style of play. We knew they were going to be tough in the scrums and have organized defense. We actually kicked less than last week, but our choices in where to kick were better, but the Jaguars are so good they force you to take them on in their strong points.”
Wisely finding Sean White’s hands with a well-weighted cross-field kick, Hirayama eventually crossed for the try on the next phase. A second Hirayama penalty would give the Bears an 11 – 7 lead but was erased right before half by a soft Jaguars try.
For the second match in a row, fly-half Nate Hirayama scored all of BC’s points, and they only trailed by a deluding three points at half.
The Bears were impressive around the point of contact, led by the scrappy play of flanker Ben Johnson, but obstinate defense by the Jaguars created their chances all game, often translating into points.
The second half was played almost entirely behind the Bears’ 40m line, as the combination of BC penalties and good Argentine line speed eventually materialized into another three Jaguar tries.
The Bears’ defensive line held for the first 20 minutes of the second half, but a red card given to Adam Van Staveren by referee Dave Smortchevsky widened the cracks, as defending the Jaguars a man short proved too much for BC. A yellow card to Brian Erichsen in the last few minutes for a repeated infraction at the breakdown was an afterthought to the scoreline.
James was pleased with the Bears efforts throughout the match and the entire ARC competition.
“The boys kept a great combative spirit through the entire match today. We went 4 – 1 and our only lost came to a better team. The ARC tournament is so promising for rugby in North America.
“For us Argentina is a model of excellence. Whenever we play a side from Argentina it is a good reality check for rugby in Canada and a great example of where we need to and can get to as a country.”
Mark Egan, the Head of Development and Performance for the IRB, was on hand for both ARC final matches and said he was very encouraged by the growth he has seen in the Americas.
“I thought it was a fantastic event and definitely a level above NA4 competition that has been held in the past. I was impressed with the Canadian provinces, particularly the players’ fitness. Obviously the Jaguars were worthy winners today. Hopefully this can be a tournament we build on in the future.”
The Argentina Jaguars take home the inaugural ARC Championship trophy. Earlier in the day, the Ontario Blues beat the USA Select XV to claim the consolation prize. The IRB plans to expand the ARC tournament to include other Americas nations, including Uruguay, Brazil, Chile and Mexico.
The Argentina Jaguars will play against a Canada Select side on Wednesday in Chatham.
FT: Argentina Jaguars 35 – 11 BC Bears
HT: Argentina Jaguars 14 – 11 BC Bears
BC Scoring
Tries: Nate Hirayama
Pens: Nate Hirayama
Argentina Scoring
Tries: Joaquin Tuculet, Benjamin Macome, Agustin Creevy, Martin Bustos Moyano, Esteban Bustillo
Cons: Benjamin Urdapilleta (5)
BC Bears Release ARC Championship Roster
by Meghan Mutrie, BC Communications Director
posted Oct 16 2009
The result was there, but the satisfaction that comes with a good, solid win was not.
The distaste amongst the BC Bears from their unmoving performance last week is obvious and self-admitted; undoubtedly it will also provide added motivation in Saturday’s ARC Championship Final against the Argentina Jaguars.
Saturday is a textbook opportunity for redemption.
After a month of inter-provincial round-robin competition, the Bears owned a perfect record and the bragging rights of being the highest scoring ARC team with 12 tries in three matches.
And though the semi-final was ugly, the Bears displayed a quality of a great team; they found a way to win.
A quick turnaround sees head coach Mike James dubbing necessary changes before the ARC’s international battle begins. The Bears, the ARC Canadian representatives, will need to learn from the semi-final, but also need to quickly move on from it, James says.
“It’s very important for us not to dwell on last week. We need to dwell and focus on Saturday. It’s common knowledge that if we play like we did last weekend, the game will be difficult for us. We’ve addressed the few distractions from last weekend and now we’re focused just on this game and the importance of it”
Argentina coaches Mauricio Reggiardo and Alejandro Molineuvo have selected a blend of players who have featured for the Jaguars in the Churchill Cup this summer, the Argentina Under 20s in the IRB TOSHIBA Junior World Championship and others who have played in the IRB Sevens World Series.
Ranked 6th in the world, Argentina is actually the fourth best team in the southern hemisphere and was recently recognized as such when SANZAR (South Africa, New Zealand and Australia Rugby) extended an invitation for them to take part in the Tri-Nations tournament in 2012, effectively making it a Four Nations competition.
Argentina received the international validation its been waiting for in the Tri-Nations invite, and with the ARC competition providing grounds to develop their ‘A’ players, Saturday’s match will be a glimpse into their depth pool.
Ed Fairhurst, halfback for the Bears and Canada, faced an almost identical Jaguars squad at the Churchill Cup in June. After being blanked in the first half, Canada was able to crawl back to a reasonable 29 – 44 loss.
With a solid pack and skilled backs, Fairhurst says Argentina will be a formidable opponent, but that the Bears need to focus on what brought them to the ARC Final.
“Argentina’s forwards are extremely tough and their backs, most having a background in soccer, are very skilled and tend to kick a lot. We really need to play our own game though. It’s good we got the win last week, but we need to concentrate on what got us here.”
BC’s fluid roster is anchored by a few players in pivotal positions; captain Pat Riordan at hook, halfback Ed Fairhurst and fly-half Nate Hirayama.
The BC front row is a reunion party from the first ARC match with Francis Yoon and Welsh-born Rhodri Hanmer propping for Riordan.
At lock, Meraloma’s club captain Brian Erichsen and former professional Mike Burak will provide good presence at the Bears’ dependable set piece.
In four matches, the backrow for the Bears has seen almost as many changes as their back three. James has selected a complimentary combination of Adam Van Staveren, Ben Johnson and Neil Meechan.
In the midfield, Taylor Dalziel makes his first start for the Bears at inside centre and steady Sam Jenkins moves out one spot from where he was a good alternative to relieve pressure for Hirayama.
Youngster Harry Jones returns to the outside backs and will provide the last line of defense and a good kicking option for the Bears at fullback. Jones will be flanked by Sean White and Sean Duke on either wing.
Maintaining his reputation for an inclusive provincial program, James has managed to name a new Bear for the final; Harry Jones’ brother and utility back, Charlie.
Canada’s head coach Kieran Crowley has kept a watchful eye on the ARC competition and will name an ‘A’ side to face the Argentina Jaguars in a mid-week match in Chatham on October 21st. A number of the Bears have made a case to exchange their Blue and Gold jersey for a Black and Red one.
The BC Bears kick off against the Argentina Jaguars for the inaugural 2009 ARC Championship at 3.30pm EST at Fletcher’s Fields in Markham, Ontario. The consolation final between the Ontario Blues and the USA Select XV begins at 1pm EST.
BC Bears ARC Championship Roster vs. Argentina Jaguars
1. Rhodri Hanmer - Meraloma RFC
2. Pat Riordan - University of Victoria
3. Francis Yoon - James Bay Athletic Association
4. Brian Erichsen - Meraloma RFC
5. Mike Burak - UBCOB Ravens
6. Ben Johnson - James Bay Athletic Association
7. Neil Meechan - University of Victoria
8. Adam Van Staveren - Bayside Sharks RFC
9. Ed Fairhurst - Castaway Wanderers
10. Nate Hirayama - University of Victoria
11. Sean White - James Bay Athletic Association
12. Taylor Dalziel - UBC
13. Sam Jenkins - Meraloma RFC
14. Sean Duke - University of Victoria
15. Harry Jones - UBC
16. Ryan Hamilton - University of Victoria
17. Peter Houlihan - Vancouver Rowing Club
18. Luke Cudmore - Capilano
19. Jason Marshall - Capilano
20. Colin McKenzie - BLRC
21. Charlie Jones - Capilano
22. Shawn Mercier - Meraloma RFC
Profile of Colin McKenzie: Still Playing Top Rugby at 44
by Meghan Mutrie (BC Bears Communications Director)
posted Oct 14 2009
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