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Over 200 BC Players in Action this Weekend
BCRU Press Release
posted Aug 13 2010
With 165 provincial team members in Calgary and another 29 in California it is officially “game on” for the British Columbia Rugby Union’s Age Grade Provincial teams [+22 Senior Players in Calgary].
The BC Under 19 Women, Under 18 Men, Under 16 Men (Gold) and Under 16 Men (Blue) all kick-off today at the Calgary Rugby Park for the 2010 National Championship Festival. Each team travels with 25 athletes and a volunteer management team of 4. With a variety of teams in each age grade division, fans are encouraged to follow the National Festival website for scores, schedules, rosters and all other information. Click here for website.
The Under 17 Women have arrived in California where they are partaking in an intensive training camp and series of fixtures against top sides from the US West. With too few provincial teams to have a U17 division at the National Festival this year, Coach Brad Baker has put together what will be an elite rugby experience for this important age category. Look for a tour summary from the management team when they touch back down in Vancouver on August 18.
Also returning home on August 18 will be the 49 individuals who make up the two BC Under 14 teams (BC Roar & BC Growl) who are competing in Calgary against Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta. Each of the BC teams will play five games over three days with a day-off to visit Drumheller.
On Saturday night (Aug 14) at Calgary Rugby Park, all teams in Calgary will be on hand to watch the BC Bears take on the Prairie Wolf Pack (click here for story).
Click here (noting the tabs on the spreadsheet as well) to view the athletes and management for the 2010 BC Rugby Provincial Age Grade programs.
To execute the specific provincial teams mentioned above, it takes a massive effort by 33 dedicated volunteers who serve as provincial team coaches, managers and therapists. The British Columbia Rugby Union would like to thank these individuals for their time, effort and for proving the experience of a life-time for our young athletes.
BCRU League Restructure Fails: Schedule Committee's Recommendation Not Adopted: IMPORTANT UPDATE - RESOLUTION LIKELY TO BE TABLED AGAIN AT SUMMER AGM
Feb 3 2010
[ed. comments below]
After the original article below I received three emails clarifying the situation, I'll summarize.
1. Even though this resolution failed, it was an extraordinary meeting and therefore required 75% approval.
2. At the AGM to be held this summer this resolution will LIKELY be tabled again and at that time will only require greater than 50% approval.
3. Therefore it is LIKELY that this resolution WILL PASS this summer and the 2011 Premier season will be limited to 9 teams. Stay tuned for further developments.
4. Also the letters indicated that besides the issue of carded players, other important issues were the import rule and enforcement of such rule and player transfers.
Original Article
The BCRU league restructure failed to garner the 75% majority and therefore was defeated. The vote apparently was 74.6% for and 25.4% against. Sources indicate that all the Island clubs voted in favour of the motion as did the Fraser Valley. The clubs voting against were the Meralomas, Ravens, UBC, Bayside, Rowers and Burnaby.
It was said in discussion by those opposed that the biggest issue is the carded athletes and their positioning on only 4 clubs on the Island and the difference they make when playing on so few teams.
I've heard there is a recommendation being circulated amongst the clubs that Rugby Canada be approached to enter the carded players as a separate team next year which may alleviate the concerns of the mainland teams if adopted.
But for 2011 there appears no move to relegate three teams therefore the Premier will remain with 12 teams.
Our readers in the poll were clearly in favour of the restructuring by a margin of 51.9% for and 23.6% against with 24.5% undecided.
We'll post any comments and updates as they become available.
BC Rugby Invites Applications for Provincial Coaching Positions
BCRU Release
posted Dec 3 2009
BC Rugby is seeking to fill Coaching Positions for the following programs:
• Senior Women
• U19 Women
• U18 Men
• U17 Women
• U16 Men
These positions are provisionally for a two year tender and applicants should meet the following criteria:
• Experience at coaching at the competitive level
• Fully Certified at the old Level 3 NCCP Certification or
• Minimum Coaching Certification at the NCCP Introduction to Competition Context
• Consideration will be give to coaches currently working on professional upgrades to their certification
• Completion of the Making Ethical Decisions on-line examination
• High level of technical knowledge and coaching competency at the individual and team level
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with all stakeholders involved in the program
• Commitment to player identification, recruitment and development within the BC rugby system: club, school and regional games structures
• Work closely with the Manager of the National Academy Programs in BC
Applicants are requested to complete the attached application form. All applications for these positions should be forwarded directly to Dave Brown at:
Dave Brown
BC Rugby Provincial Coach & Development Manager
National Rugby High Performance Centre, BC, Manager
British Columbia Rugby Union
203-210 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3W
Phone: 604-737-3067
Fax: 604-737-3916: e-mail
dbrown@bcrugby.com
The deadline for applications for these positions is Friday, January 15th 2010. Applicants chosen for the subsequent interview process will be notified as soon as possible following the application deadline.
Call for Applications: British Columbia Senior Men - Head Coach
BCRU Press Release
posted Feb 5 2009
The British Columbia Rugby Union is seeking an experienced and innovative individual for the position of Head Coach, BC Senior Men.
The successful candidate will lead this historic and proud program as our BC Senior Men will be competing in the newly expanded North American competition. In September 2009 our BC will play three fixtures against the other Canadian franchises with the top two qualifiers continuing on to the finals in October. All schedule details will be released by the IRB in the near future.
The BC Men’s Head Coach will work closely with BC Rugby’s Provincial Coach & Development who will serve as their liaison with the BC Rugby staff. As this competition is an integral pathway to the National Senior Men’s team, the successful applicant will also be in regular contact with the Rugby Canada High Performance Director and National Team Coach.
The following is a list of criteria the ideal candidate will exhibit:
• Appropriate current experience of coaching at performance or high performance level.
• Current Coaching accreditation (NCCP or an internationally recognized equivalent).
• A documented history of attendance at coaching clinics, seminars and workshops.
• Commitment to the total program and help in the development of the game.
• Potential and drive to be a high performance coach.
• Law knowledge – has an understanding of the laws of the game.
• People management and leadership attributes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Appropriate ambassadorial qualities.
• A record of functioning as a team member.
• A history of performing in situations that require self leadership and initiative.
• Ability to work independently and in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines.
• A professional attitude and approach to developing as a coach.
• Ability to analyze performances – both coaches and players.
• Ability to provide feedback to players – written and verbal feedback.
• Computer literacy.
If you are the Coach to lead this celebrated program, please submit your application by Friday, February 27th.
Please submit applications to the attention of:
Dave Brown, BC Rugby Provincial Coach & Development Manager
By Mail: #203 - 210 West Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Y 3W2
By Fax: 604.737.3916
By Email: dbrown@bcrugby.com
The Butchart Gardens BC Senior Women’s Academy to host National Coaches
BCRU Press Release
posted Dec 3 2008
With the Butchart Gardens Women’s Regional Academy sessions completed for the fall, BC Rugby will be hosting two Senior Academy Camps in December and January for approximately 30 invited players. The Camp on December 8th will be held at UBC while the Camp in January (date to be confirmed) will be held at the new Pacific Sport Institute facility in Victoria.
On both occasions, BC Rugby has secured the services of National Senior Women’s Coaches John Long and Kris de Scossa to come in and work with BC Head Coach Steve Bennett in presenting material to the players.
Academy Manager Dave Brown views this type of program as being key to providing higher level opportunities for the players: “This is a great opportunity for our senior players who have not been exposed to national team coaches to learn what is happening at the next level and it will also provide our younger targeted athletes the opportunity to work directly with our senior players and learn from working with the likes of National Team players such as Marlene Donaldson, Maria Gallo, Anna Schnell, Kim Donaldson and Lesley MacKenzie. It also provides John and Kris with the opportunity to meet with the current National Team players and monitor their performance.”
Brown also notes that the fact that the Academy is completely at no cost to the players makes it an attractive program both at the developmental and more elite levels. “At the Regional level we have been able to involve our National players in presenting content and then have them and camp staff evaluate the players and provide written feedback on their performance. It has been a great exercise in providing coaching experience for our emerging female coaches as well as in setting up role models for our younger players.” The BC Provincial Women’s Academy program is generously supported by contributions from the Butchart Gardens.
Boston Pizza serves up partnership to add flavour to BC Rugby Mini Program
BCRU Press Release
posted Nov 20 2008
Richmond, British Columbia – With the year-end Mini Rugby Jamboree set for this coming weekend at the University of British Columbia, today the BC Rugby Union announced a partnership with Boston Pizza International Inc. that will further enhance the mini rugby experience for young athletes in British Columbia.
As Canada’s leading casual dining experience with 58 restaurants in British Columbia, Boston Pizza joins BC Rugby’s sponsorship roster and will title sponsor the “Boston Pizza Mini Rugby program”, including the “Boston Pizza Mini Rugby Jamboree Series” and the “Boston Pizza Mini Rugby Activity Zone”. The “BP” roundel will also be proudly displayed on all provincial team jerseys.
The multi-year sponsorship program will result in an annual cash investment by Boston Pizza as well as cash-back program for all Boston Pizza purchases by members of the British Columbia Rugby Union. Members will be issued a “Boston Pizza Playing Card”. When the card is presented at any of the province’s Boston Pizza franchises 5% of the total bill will be rebated to BC Rugby, who will commit to investing 100% of the cash-back proceeds to the Boston Pizza Mini Rugby program.
“We will look to enhance the mini rugby experience for the youth of BC Rugby and provide an incentive for members of the rugby community who partake in the Boston Pizza experience”, said Brad Bissonnette, Director of Regional Marketing for Boston Pizza. “It is a partnership and community we are proud to be involved with and we look forward to this exciting opportunity and long-term winning relationship with BC Rugby.”
“Boston Pizza corporate headquarters are working with their franchisees to make this province-wide program possible,” explained Jeff Sauvé, Chief Executive Officer of BC Rugby. “We thank Boston Pizza and their franchisees for this great show of support and acknowledgement to our community. It is a proud time in our history as our member clubs and their dedicated volunteers have grown our mini rugby program to a point where we can partner with such a highly regarded and recognizable brand.”
Boston Pizza International Inc. is Canada's No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 300 restaurants in Canada and system-wide sales of $755 million in 2007. Annually, Boston Pizza serves more than 38 million guests. The company has been recognized as one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies every year since 1993 and was named one of Canada’s Top 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital for 2007. Boston Pizza International Inc. is headquartered in Richmond, B.C. and has regional offices in Mississauga, Ontario and Laval, Quebec. For more information visit www.bostonpizza.com.
Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men and Oxford University Blues announce rosters for Brockton match tomorrow
BCRU Press Release
posted Sept 26 2008
Vancouver, BC – The 22-man roster to represent British Columbia is announced today as they prepare to take to the pitch against Oxford University Blues RFC tomorrow, Saturday, September 27th at Brockton Oval, Stanley Park, Vancouver. Kick-off is set for 4:00 PM.
The Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men will feature a mix of savvy veterans and exciting young players. With 3 Rugby World Cup appearances for Canada, Jon Thiel of Bayside Sharks RFC will be a key in anchoring the front-row. The experienced Meraloma RFC paring of Aidan Buan and Brian Erichsen form a formidable second-row. Fresh off a U20 World Cup campaign, Sean White of James Bay AA, Harry Jones and Taylor Dalziel both of the UBC Thunderbirds RFC, are three exciting young athletes to watch. The proud tradition of captaining the Provincial side will continue under the sound leadership of Canadian international veteran Mike Webb of the Vancouver Rowing Club RFC.
“Tonight we are heading into our fifth training session with Mike [Coach Mike James] and Tom [Assistant Coach Tom Larisch], who have done a great job of setting us up for success at Brockton tomorrow,” explained Webb. “It is an honour to serve as a Captain for a group of 22 players who are exited to pull on such a traditional provincial jersey.”
An interesting story line for fans to observe will be the “McKeen Family Reunion”, as brothers Tom (University of Victoria Vikes RFC) and Stan line up on opposite sides of the pitch. A product of the UBCOB Ravens RFC, Stan is currently completely his Law Degree at Oxford University.
Stan will start for the Blues in the flanker position. The starting hooker for the tourists will be former New Zealand All Black captain, Anton Oliver who is completing a Masters Degree of Biodiversity, Conservation and Management at the renowned Oxford University.
Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men
Surname Name Position Club
Baker Spencer Wing Capilano RFC
Batie Steve Hooker Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
Buan Aidan Lock Meraloma RFC
Christopher Connor Flanker Capilano RFC
Dalziel Taylor Centre UBC Thunderbirds RFC
Erichsen Brian Lock Meraloma RFC
Fumano Dan Hooker Meraloma RFC
Guidi Kevin Fly-Half Capilano RFC
Hanmer Rhodri Prop Meraloma RFC
Jenkins Sam Centre Meraloma RFC
Jones Harry Fullback UBC Thunderbirds RFC
Leigh Dan Prop Bayside Sharks RFC
Marshall Jason Flanker Capilano RFC
McDowell Robin Fullback Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
McKeen Tom Flanker University of Victoria Vikes RFC
McKinnon Glen Lock Capilano RFC
Nicholson Brock Wing Vancouver Rowing Club RFC
Sigarua Isimeli Centre Bayside Sharks RFC
Thiel Jon Prop Bayside Sharks RFC
Webb Mike No.8 Vancouver Rowing Club RFC
White Sean Scrum-Half James Bay Athletic Association
Wilson Jason Centre Capilano RFC
Management
James Mike Coach Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
Larisch Tom Asst Coach Capilano RFC
McGinley Connie Manager Meraloma RFC
Swany Rodger Honorary Manager Meraloma RFC
Hopkins Trish Therapist UBCOB Ravens RFC
Andrews Laura Asst Therapist Meraloma RFC
Oxford University Blues RFC
Surname Name Jersey # Hometown
Lutton Ricky 1 Belfast, Northern Ireland
Oliver Anton 2 Invercargill, New Zealand
Thompson Wayne 3 Bristol, England
Payne Bert 4 Salisbury, England
Van-Zyl Nic 5 Cape Town, South Africa
McKeen Stan 6 Vancouver, British Columbia
Clarke Peter © 7 Newport, Wales
Davies Chris 8 Manchester, England
McKerchar Brendan 9 Edinburgh, Scotland
Swanson Ross 10 Kingston, England
Catling Tim 11 Lewisham, England
Gregory Tom 12 Blackpool, England
Burnett John 13 Sydney, Australia
Humphry-Baker Sam 14 Kingston-Upon-Thames, England
O’Flanagan Stuart 15 Dublin, Ireland
Johnson Will 16 California, USA
Rosen Dan 17 Brighton, England
Kench Ian 18 Chesterfield, England
Wright Peter 19 Bradford, England
Cheesman Alex 20 London, England
Henry Toby 21 Leeds, England
Browne Will 22 Roehampton, England
Klopper Willen 23 South Africa
Management
Hill Steve Coach & Director of Rugby
James James Backs Coach
Stevens Tim Club Administrator & Team Manager
Thompkies Cath Physiotherapist
Tombleson Tom Strength & Conditioning Coach
Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men
versus
Oxford University Blues RFC
Saturday, September 27th, 2008
Brockton Oval, Stanley Park, Vancouver
4:00 PM kick-off
$15 at the gate
Under 17 years of age get in for free
2:00 PM Curtain Raiser – Spray Elite League
Vancouver Rowing Club versus Burnaby Lake Rugby Club
BC Rugby announces details of British Columbia vs. Oxford fixture
[ed. for those on the Island they'll get a preview this Saturday when Oxford plays James Bay at MacDonald Park at 3:30pm]
BCRU Press Release
posted Sept 16 2008
Vancouver, B.C. – In the storied past of rugby in British Columbia, the senior men’s provincial side has taken to the pitch against some of top rugby nations and programs. The next chapter in the history book will be written on Saturday, September 27, 2008 at Brockton Oval, when BC Rugby will host the longest running club in the world, the Oxford University Blues RFC. Kick-off is set for 4:00 PM at the historic pitch in the heart of Stanley Park, Vancouver.
Oxford Blues will be led by New Zealand All Black legend and former captain Anton Oliver, who is pursuing graduate studies at the University. The Canadian Direct Insurance BC Senior Men’s squad is being assembled by Coach, Mike James. Mike has turned his attention to coaching after retiring in 2007 as a veteran lock for the perennial powerhouse Stade Français of the Top 14 League in France. With over 50 internal caps for Canada, including appearances in four Rugby World Cups, Mike will ensure the BC squad is well prepared. He will be assisted by coach of the BC Under 18 Men and winner of the 2007 Gerald McGavin Coaching Award, Tom Larisch.
“We are excited for the opportunity to restore the luster to the BC Men’s program,” said Coach James. “There is a proud tradition of representing BC and it is an honour for the players to be selected to play Oxford. This is a good move forward for BC Rugby.”
The Canadian Direct Insurance BC squad will be released the week prior to the fixture.
General admission tickets to Brockton are $15, $10 for Youth (Under 15, or with a valid high school student card). At half-time, the 2008 National Women’s League champions; the BC Senior Women, will be presented their gold medals for their Canadian title won in Quebec this August.
Event Overview:
Brockton Oval, Stanley Park, Vancouver
Saturday, September 27, 2008
4:00 PM kick-off
Canadian Direct Insurance BC Men versus Oxford University Blues RFC
$15 General Admission / $10 for those Under 15
Featuring a gold medal presentation to the 2008 NWL Champions, BC Senior Women
2:00 PM kick-off
Spray Elite Men’s League
Vancouver Rowing Club RFC versus Burnaby Lake RFC
2008 BC Rugby AGM Weekend Review: 3 New BCRU Directors
posted June 18 2008
BCRU Press Release
On Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15 delegates of the British Columbia Rugby Union met in Vancouver to discuss and vote upon items and issues surrounding rugby in our province. Thank you to all delegates who attended the business session on Saturday and / or the Annual General Meeting on Sunday. The following is a weekend review of the new Director roster, as well as all motions made on the Sunday.
British Columbia Rugby Union Board of Directors
The British Columbia Rugby Union would like to welcome three new members to the Board of Directors, who were unanimously endorsed by the members at the AGM:
Dan Cvitanovich (Duncan, British Columbia)
A resident of Duncan and member of the Cowichan Piggies club, Dan has enjoyed a colourful and varied career in rugby, business and the volunteer sector. After graduating from Prince of Wales High School, Dan earned a BA from UBC and the Canadian Securities Certificate, and then completed four of five years of the CGA program. Following school, Dan held a series of financial management positions with progressive responsibility until he became a serial entrepreneur and businessman. Currently he is the founder and owner of Realty Promoter Software Ltd. which makes software for realtors across the country. He has enjoyed a prolific rugby career as a member of four clubs (Meraloma, UBC, Smithers, and Cowichan) and has also played representative rugby for Vancouver and BC (both at the junior and senior levels), and has earned national honours at the U21 and Canada B levels. Apart from being active in his club as a coach of mini-rugby, Dan has been involved in his community serving on a number of business and public sector boards.
Dan is an outstanding candidate who brings to the Board rich and valuable experience in governance, entrepreneurialism, business, and financial management.
Marlene Donaldson (Victoria, British Columbia)
Originally from Ontario, where she played her rugby for the Toronto Scottish club, Marlene has made her mark on the BC rugby scene since she relocated to Victoria four years ago. As Captain of the senior women’s side at Velox, Marlene led her team to a provincial championship this year. She is also Captain of the BC senior women’s team, a position she has held for four years, and has been an active member of the National Senior Women’s Team since 2001. Her rugby journey also included two seasons of premier-level rugby with London Wasps in the United Kingdom. Over the past few years, Marlene has been highly involved with coaching and managing youth rugby at Velox and last year coached the U19 Women’s Crimson Tide program. A student at Camosun College, Marlene is transferring to the University of Victoria in September to pursue a teaching certificate.
Marlene brings to the Board exceptional organizational skill, passion, energy, and a desire to improve women’s rugby in BC.
Tony Watson (Victoria, British Columbia)
After attending the University of Calgary (UoC), Tony has enjoyed a long and varied career as a volunteer and sports administrator, largely revolving around and supporting the activities of his busy and athletic children. Along the way he organized intramural sports at the UoC, was the media coordinator for Nordic events at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, served as Director of the Canadian U19 Lacrosse team that won a silver medal at the World Championship in Australia in 1999, managed the U20 Men’s Crimson Tide, and more recently has been heavily involved as an administrator of youth rugby at Velox RFC. A Certified Senior’s Financial Advisor, Tony is an employee benefits broker with Desjardins Financial in Victoria.
Tony brings to the Board experience as a sports administrator, and unique skills as a specialist in insurance and employee benefits, and media management and communications. He also brings a burning desire to improve youth rugby in schools and clubs in BC.
Marlene, Tony and Dan will be supported by the following Directors who continue on the Board under their current tenures:
GRAY, Ian - Treasurer (Coquitlam, British Columbia)
LECKY, John - Director-at-Large (Vancouver, British Columbia)
LEVCHUK, Jamie - Competitions Committee Chair (Vancouver, British Columbia)
LEWIS, Blake - Discipline Committee Chair (Vancouver, British Columbia)
LYNCH, Brian - Provincial Teams Director (North Vancouver, British Columbia)
MACKENZIE, Troy - Interior Representative (Prince George, British Columbia)
SMART, David - President (Vancouver, British Columbia)
Retiring from the Board after years of service are Emma Hadfield (Burnaby, British Columbia) and Barkley Logan (Chemainus, British Columbia). On behalf of the entire rugby community, we would like to extend out sincere thank you to Emma and Barkley for their involvement on the Board of Directors and commitment to developing rugby in British Columbia.
Motions and voting results from the 2008 BC Rugby Annual General Meeting:
MOTION:
To accept the minutes of the 2007 BC Rugby AGM.
Moved by: Andrew Parkinson, Meraloma
Seconded: Rick Phelan, SFU/Burnaby Mtn.
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Results: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
That in 2009/10 the BC Rugby Union hold the Win Win Lottery on the same basis as in previous years, with the exception that the BC Rugby Union be allowed the discretion to adjust the ticket sale requirement for individual clubs to take into account the season effect of age grade team participation in the sales period.
Moved by: Dave McBride, Bayside
Seconded: Chris Noel, Castaway Wanderers
Vote: 96 for, 71 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried
MOTION:
A club’s involvement in the 2009/10 BC Rugby Win Win is voluntary.
Moved by: Phil Meyer, JBAA
Seconded: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Vote: 11 for, 144 opposed, 12 abstentions
Result: Defeated
MOTION:
To appoint Rolfe Benson as the Auditor for 2008/09.
Moved by: Tanya Donaldson, VRU
Seconded: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
To accept the 2008/09 dues structure as outlined in the Treasurer’s report.
Moved by: Chris Noel, Castaway Wanderers
Seconded: Spencer McTavish, UBC
Vote: 156 for, 0 opposed, 11 abstentions
Result: Carried
MOTION:
To accept the 2008/09 budget as presented.
Moved by: Andrew Parkinson, Meraloma
Seconded: Jas Purewal, Port Alberni
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
To accept the proposed revision to the By-Laws as they relate to appeal process (13.06 to 13.11) and replace them with proposed By-Law (13.06 to 13.13).
Moved by: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Seconded: Connie McGinley, Meraloma
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
That the BC Rugby Union appoints a committee, which will report to the membership by the mid-winter meeting in Victoria regarding the feasibility of implementing a registration verification system by the beginning of the 2009/10 season.
Moved by: Andrew Parkinson, Meraloma
Seconded: Dinuka Samara, Rogues
Vote: 153 for, 14 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried
MOTION:
That section A.1.1 of Appendix A in the Rules of Competition is amended to read: The men’s Premier league shall have not less than eight teams and no more than twelve teams. No BC Rugby club may field more than one Premier team.
Moved by: Isabel Grondin, Cowichan
Seconded: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
Where all teams eligible for spring playoffs are competing against each other in the same league in the second half of the season, qualification for and seeding in playoffs shall be based solely on standings in the second half competition.
Moved by: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Seconded: Isabel Grondin, Cowichan
Vote: 123 for, 32 opposed, 12 abstentions
Result: Carried
MOTION:
1. That the BCRU endorses the position taken by the BCRU President at the RC SAGM – that a cost-effectiveness assessment of ongoing RC operations be conducted, with a view to reversal of fee increases passed at the recent RC SAGM.
2. That any further requests for funding increases by RC that will significantly impact member dues in the BCRU must be considered and voted on by the members of the BCRU before assent will be given by this Union.
Moved by: Andrew Spray, VIRU
Seconded: Jas Purewal, Port Alberni
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
The BC Rugby Competition Committee’s meeting minutes, including vote counts, are posted to the BC Rugby website on a timely basis.
Moved: Jeremy Sabel, Vancouver Rowing Club
Second: Spencer McTavish, UBC
Vote: 134 for, 0 opposed, 33 abstentions
Result: Carried
MOTION:
To accept the elect the slate of candidates as presented by the Nominating Committee.
Moved: Isabel Grondin, Cowichan RFC
Second: Andrew Parkinson, Meraloma RFC
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
MOTION:
To adjourn the 2008 BC Rugby AGM.
Moved: Andrew Parkinson, Meraloma RFC
Second: Connie McGinley, Meraloma RFC
Vote: 167 for, 0 opposed, 0 abstentions
Result: Carried, unanimously
2008 BCRU AGM - Day 1 Highlights
posted June 15 2008
Saturday Business meeting. There were reps from the following clubs and sub Unions: Meralomas, Capilanos, Richmond, Fraser Valley Rugby Union, Velox, James Bay, UBC, Rowers, Port Alberni, CW, Cowichan, North Vancouver Island Rugby Union, Vancouver Island Referees, Bayside, Burnaby, Vancouver Island Rugby Union.
-Carded team in Victoria will not happen this year. (This came from RC) I think someone jumped the gun here.
-Vote of expanding the rule allowing the Premier League to expand to 12 teams.
-3 positions available for BCRU Directorship. Only 3 nominees on the card, all from the Island, Marlene Donaldson (Velox), Dan Cvitanovich (Cowichan) and Tony Watson (Velox). Apparently the "nominees" from the mainland were asked to pull their names?? This will bring the number of BCRU Directors from the VIRU up to 3 from 1.
-Appeal process to be restructured to make the process less cumbersome. Vote today.
-Seeding process to be eliminated. Where some fall leagues are given automatic seeds into the Spring BC Wide Playoffs is seen to be unfair to the other fall leagues who do not get automatic seeds into the playoffs. Vote today.
-Interesting the VRU president, Tanya Donaldson, was not at this meeting but was at Brockton Oval watching the games. There was some grumbling over this from some clubs.
[ed. addendum from Tanya Donaldson]
Just as a point of clarification regarding the Saturday business session of the BCRU AGM. I was actually putting up post pads and dealing with many other game day logistics with 3 fixtures at Brockton on the Saturday. I had informed the BCRU of the games when they set the date and requested that the business session not be scheduled then, given a full day of rugby at Brockton and
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