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MAY 04 2012

7s Weekend!

The Ryback 7s tourney runs this Saturday and the Junior squad plays on Sunday in the 7s Jamboree put on by the SRU. With two games under their belt, the Junior Highlanders are starting to come together as a team - having played an excellent game a Continue Reading...

MAY 01 2012

High School Rugby: First Game Today!

The Highlanders Junior squad takes the pitch today at Regina Rugby Park at 6:15 versus the Campbell B team. With returning players bolstering the senior squad, the team hopes that experience in key positions will help them combat the small number Continue Reading...

APR 30 2012

Schedule Finalized.

Please see below.

2012 PROPOSED RRU SENIORMEN’S SCHEDULE- Please see notes at end for more information.

May

Saturday, May 5 Ryback 7’s

Friday, May 11 6:30 Friday7’s

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APR 27 2012

High School Sevens Tourney

The Highlanders High School squad will be heading up to Saskatoon on Sunday for the season kick-off 7s tournament. The boys and girls teams will be playing 4 games throughout the day, returning Sunday night, ready for the season.

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APR 09 2012

Touch Rugby and Registration BBQ

This upcoming weekend is supposed to be great weather again so we are planning a game of touch rugby, followed by a BBQ on the rugby club deck. Saturday April 14. 12 noon. Regina Rugby field. High Schoolers and new comers welcome.

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APR 04 2012

Draft Schedule Released!

Important Dates for Highlanders RFC:

Saturday May 05 - Ryback 7s Tournament Friday May 11 - 7\'s Friday May 18 - 7\'s Friday May 25 - 7\'s Saturday May 26 - HRFC vs Manitoba Team Saturday June 09 - Interlock game in Saskatoon Saturday Jun Continue Reading...

MAR 28 2012

High School Season Started

The High School season has gotten off to an early start with the weather drying up the fields. Of course, our first practice had to be in the rain and snow, but with warriors from Miller, Oniell and Knoll all braving the weather, the High School C Continue Reading...

MAR 28 2012

Beer Tasting Success!

Another successful year for the Highlander Beer Tasting with many funds raised for the club, and many delightful new cultural experiences from all over the world sampled at the rugby clubhouse.

Thanks to all of the hard working volunte Continue Reading...

MAR 28 2012

Highlander Update

There was a line-out clinic on Saturday morning. It was well attended by over 30 people and 15 of those were Highlanders. Very informative session. There are more clinics coming up, including scrums, kicking, and attack / defence. All players Continue Reading...

MAR 16 2012

2012 Clinics Announced

2012 Coach/Player/Referee Development Sessions (No Cost)

1) Lineout Clinic March 24
10am-12pm St Martins Regina
10am-11:30am Saskatoon Field House

2) At Continue Reading...

MAR 06 2012

Highlander Annual Beer Tasting Competition!

The Highlanders RFC 10th Annual Beer Tasting Competition takes place on Saturday March 24 at the Regina Rugby Club. Tickets are $25 which includes 10 samples. Competitors must use all of their senses to correctly identify beers from across the g Continue Reading...

FEB 23 2012

High School Parents Night

High School Rugby

We had a meeting last night at the Regina Rugby Club, held for parents of participants in the High School program. We had all of our coaches (minus Vanessa) present, and were able to answer all of the questions put forth Continue Reading...

FEB 07 2012

Rugby Canada hosting International Matches

It looks like Rugby Canada is hosting some International Test matches this summer.

If anyone is going to be in Ontario or BC in June, they will have an excellent opportunity to see Team Canada take on the USA, Italy and Georgia.

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FEB 02 2012

Snow 7s

Snow 7s is going this Saturday. If you want to play, show up to the rugby club at 930 and we will put in a team. Cost is usually $10 or $20. If you are not playing come down to the club to cheer your team on. New players and inexperien Continue Reading...

FEB 02 2012

Groundhog Day!

Its hard enough to take Ground Hog Day seriously when it IS freezing cold, but when you are trying to decide between your parka and your hoodie and its February, well, you dont need a rodent to tell you spring cant be that far off, do you?

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DEC 06 2011

Regina Regional Rugby Development

Regina Regional Rugby Development Sessions information is listed below. Everyone is welcome to attend. This is non-contact and open to ages 12 and above. Perfect for high school players. Casey Leonard is the contact for the sessions.

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NOV 30 2011

Highlander Rugby Leads the Way!

Thanks to everyone that helped out and came out to the Motastic Mo Party on Saturday. We raised over $1100 for Movember and it was a good night at the club. Levi took best costume dressed as Dr. Phil and later changing into rave outfit Dr.Phil! Continue Reading...

NOV 29 2011

Mo-Tastic!

Well, the Highlanders wrapped up another fantastic MO-vember, raising money for Prostate Cancer Research and having a blast. Once again, they were one of the leading teams in Canada for Fundraising - and finished the month off with an awesome caba Continue Reading...

NOV 29 2011

Beer for my Horses!

Well, we are doing it again. The Regina Rage and the HRFC are teaming up with the Prairie Animal Assistance Horse Boarding and Animal Rescue. Prairie Animal Assistance has had an increase in the number of animals at the shelter, and are in need of Continue Reading...

AUG 24 2011

STEAK NIGHT! Gaslight Saloon - Sept 7th

The HRFC is having a steak night to raise money for the club. You can get your tickets by talking to any member. $20 ticket gets you steak, beer, potato and salad - plus cover for the special entertainment provided by the Gaslight.

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AUG 24 2011

Game Friday August 26th vs. Grads

This week the Highlanders take on the Campion Grads in what will be a battle. The rematch of a heart-breaking loss from the last clash of these two teams, is sure to be entertaining as the fast and agile grads contend with the addition of some har Continue Reading...

AUG 24 2011

Regina Rage Bottle Drive

Hey there, the womens team is doing another bottle drive, so gather up your empties you lushes, and help them out. Contact Krista for pick-up: 539-5555 and help our Womens Team Highlander Affiliates out this week!

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AUG 08 2011

Beer for my Horses!

There’s nothing better than a win-win situation. Unless it’s a Win-win-win situation.

That’s what went on this weekend and last weekend, as the Highlanders Mens Rugby Club teamed up with their sponsor Great Western Brewing, and pitch Continue Reading...

AUG 08 2011

Three (and a half) Highlanders Named to Provincial Team!

Bryden Carr, Kevin Riddell and Daniel Bryce were named to the Saskatchewan Provincial Teams this weekend. Kevin and Bryden will be playing U18 and Daniel will be playing for the U16, giving the Highlanders a very respectable presence on the provin Continue Reading...

AUG 08 2011

Annual Scavenger Hunt!

This Saturday at the Regina Rugby Club. Our annual Scavenger hunt. See us on Facebook for details!

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JUL 19 2011

Grads deliver learning experience.

Lesson: Rugby is an 80 minute game.

The lads came out of the gates hard and blew the smaller Grads deep into their own territory and held them there for the next 20 minutes with sheer brute force. With physical aggression, the Highlanders Continue Reading...

JUL 12 2011

Victory vs. Moose Jaw

The Highlanders opened weakly against the Moose Jaw Nads and were down 15 points at the half, but dug in and with the help of recent High School graduate Kevin Ridell, went on to win the game 25-22. One of the newest Highlanders, Kevin shared the Continue Reading...

JUL 12 2011

Summer Fun: Highlanders off the Pitch

On the pitch: Game: Friday July 15 Under 23\'s (and new players) - 6:00pm Kick-off - Be there at 5:30pm Senior - Kick-off 7:00pm - Be there 6:00pm or earlier to cheer on U23s

Off the pitch: Wednesday July 13 - Regina Rage Women\'s Rugb Continue Reading...

JUN 13 2011

Building Experience

The Highlanders started the regular season with a gross loss to the Rogues. With some critical players missing due to injury and travel, the side the HRFC put out was full of new players and the final score showed that there are a lot of areas for Continue Reading...

JUN 06 2011

Regina Rugby Union Under 23 Schedule Set

Are you Under 23 Years Old and want to play rugby this summer?

Here is the schedule for the U23 league:

HIGHLANDERS RFC UNDER-23 SCHEDULE

Friday June 17. 6:00pm. HRFC v ROGUES

Friday June 24. 6:00pm. HRFC v Continue Reading...

JUN 01 2011

High School Highlanders Make Playoffs!

The Highlanders played a solid game against an evenly matched Leboldus side on May 31st, and came up with a season saving win. With the winner advancing to the final four and the loser starting their off season, the boys were tense as kick off app Continue Reading...

MAY 26 2011

High School Winds Down

The combined Knoll and Oniell team, bolstered by a few players from around the city, managed a big win against the Sheldon based Rogues High School team on Tuesday. They take on Leboldus in their final game of the regular season. The High School s Continue Reading...

MAY 10 2011

Highlander High School Rugby

Under head coach Dean Stenhouse the Highlanders combined team of Winston Knoll and Oniell will take the field Wednesday night against the Notre Dame Hounds in the season opener for both clubs. The team has been training as often as weather allowed Continue Reading...

MAY 10 2011

Regina Rage High School Rugby Starts!

Highlander Affiliate Womens team, the Regina Rage had their season opener last week and are now three games into the High School Season. The girls have been training at Winston Knoll with Krista Culling and Jessica Gibson and put on a great show i Continue Reading...

MAY 02 2011

Outdoor Training Begins

Indoor training is complete and we\'ve put a lot of work into staying fit this off-season. Whether you were training with the team all winter, took the off-season off, or have never played before - now is the time to start preparing for the season Continue Reading...

APR 28 2011

Highlanders Abroad: Jarek Roteliuk

Highlander Forward Jarek Roteliuk is playing in Australia this season with the Grenfell Panthers. The home club of Nathan Perkins, the Panthers started Jarek at second row in this match, a position he is familiar with having played for the Highlan Continue Reading...

APR 20 2011

Easter Break

Due to the Easter holiday and many people understandably busy with family commitments, practice on Sunday April 24 is canceled. Next indoor training session is scheduled for Sunday May 01, 6:00pm in the Main Gym at U of R. Hopef Continue Reading...

APR 20 2011

DRAFT Schedule Released

The Following Schedule is a DRAFT ONLY.

May

Saturday, May 7 The Ryback 7\'s Friday, May 13 RRU 7\'s - 1st night Friday, May 20 RRU 7\'s- 2nd night Sunday, May 22 - Highlanders v Condors at Regina Highland Games Festival Satur Continue Reading...

APR 14 2011

Highlanders High School Session Starts

High School season is just around the corner, and the HRFC is back at Winston Knoll where HRFC Alum Kelly Adams (scrum half, retired) has been the head Football Coach for years. Paul Burch and Jamie Krienke, along with Jamie Sinclair have been get Continue Reading...

APR 05 2011

Indoor Training Begins

In addition to the fitness training happening at the YMCA on Rochdale on Tuesday and Thursday nights, we invite any interested players of any skill level to join us for our preseason training. No experience is necessary, but experienced players wi Continue Reading...

APR 01 2011

Highlander Abroad: James Morley

Hello! And welcome to the first installment of \"Highlanders Abroad.\"

The concept is simple, micro-updates from our brothers and sisters around the world.

If you\'re a traveling Highlander, drop me a line and let me know how thin Continue Reading...

MAR 28 2011

Great Success!

Thanks to everyone that showed up and participated in the Highlanders Beer Tasting Competition. The event sold out in record time and with over 100 participants was a financial success for the club and a great time for everyone involved. The compe Continue Reading...

MAR 25 2011

Beer Tasting Competition!

This Saturday, March 26th the doors open at 7:00pm at the Regina Rugby Club. This sold out event begins at 8:00pm SHARP and will feature 10 delicious beverages from various great sponsors such as Great Western, Beam International, and Labatts. An Continue Reading...

MAR 16 2011

Beer Tasting Sold Out!

It happened in record time this year, the Beer Tasting competition at the Regina Rugby Club on Saturday March 26th has sold out.

But you can still come down and join in the fun as a non-competitor!

Thanks to everyone that bought Continue Reading...

MAR 09 2011

Team Kit has arrived - and Safe Rugby Reminder.

Team Hoodies have arrived. If you ordered yours and have paid for it you need to arrange to pick it up. The easiest is to come to the YMCA North at 7:00 on Thursday and train with the team... Second best bet is to contact Grant Cranfield and arran Continue Reading...

MAR 03 2011

YMCA Training Tonight

Training at the YMCA tonight at 7:00pm. The cost is $5.00 and the session lasts about an hour.

Also a reminder that tickets for the Beer Tasting will be available tonight. Only 100 tickets in total are available, and most of them are spo Continue Reading...

MAR 02 2011

Rugby Education

The more you know the better you play. With that in mind:

REFEREE CLINIC
Saturday March 12. 9am to 5pm. Cost is $25 but club will reimburse if you referee.

COACH CLINIC
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MAR 01 2011

2011 Season Begins Now!

The Highlanders have been training throughout the winter in preparation for the 2011 season. Members of the club and special invitees have been welcome to train at the North YMCA on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:00pm. This personalized fitness sessi Continue Reading...

MAR 01 2011

Annual Beer Tasting Event

Saturday March 26th marks the return of our Annual Beer Tasting Event.

Join us at the Regina Rugby Club on 25th and Pasqua for an evening of beer, food, and fun. With great prizes donated by our great sponsors and a line up of delicious b Continue Reading...

MAY 12 2009

Scavenger Hunt! Saturday May 23

Load up your car with friends and emtpy your trunk because the Highlanders are having a scavneger hunt on Saturday May 23. Registration is 6:30pm at the Regina Rugby Club and the hunt begins at 7:00pm. You will have 3 hours to collect as many it Continue Reading...

MAY 12 2009

Season Opener in Moose Jaw

The Highlanders played their season opening game against the Rogues in Moose Jaw this past weekend. The first half was hard fought and we had the lead at the half but we came up 6 points short with the game ending in a 17-11 loss. The game showe Continue Reading...

APR 29 2009

Games and Practice Times

Training is in full swing, and our first game of the 2009 season is fast aproaching. Our next practice is 6:30 on Thursday (May 30) on the lawn infront of the First Nations college at the U of R. From there we move to Monday and Wednesdays at th Continue Reading...

MAR 11 2009

Annual Beer Tasting Competition

It\'s that time of year again! The Highlanders annual Beer Tasting Competition is slated for March 28th, at the Rugby Club. Doors open at 7:00 and the gauntlet is laid down at 8:00.

The premise is simple. A $20 dollar ticket gets you go Continue Reading...

MAR 10 2009

Highlander Novice Rugby Clinic

The Highlanders RFC will hold an introductoin to rugby clinic on March 22, 10:00am to 11:30, at the U of R gym. All players intrested in joining the club, or those who just want ot learn more about Rugby are welcome to attend. All that is requir Continue Reading...

JAN 01 2009

New Year's Resolutions - Getting Fit For the New Season

Ok chaps, firstly the club would like to wish everyone all the best for the coming year. We're all looking forward to a great season of rugby, particularly the Lions tour to South Africa!

Now that all the turkey/pies have been eaten it's ti Continue Reading...

DEC 14 2008

New Highlanders Website

It's been a long time coming, but finally the all-new Highlanders website is live! The Highlanders are committed to providing the best online presence of the Regina rugby clubs and to promote rugby within Saskatchewan and Canada.

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OCT 05 2008

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SEP 23 2008

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JUL 17 2008

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