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![It’s that time of year again, our annual fundraiser to help fuel the program through another season. It will be held at James Bay clubhouse in Victoria. This year we’re […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/THUNDER_FUNDRAISER_2015-115x115.jpg "2015 Fundraiser on Sunday May 3rd at JBAA Clubhouse")
2015 Fundraiser on Sunday May 3rd at JBAA Clubhouse
Posted on April 20, 2015 | No CommentsIt’s that time of year again, our annual fundraiser to help fuel the program through another season. It will be held at James Bay clubhouse in Victoria. This year we’re […] -
![The first event of 2015 is coming up in March at the University 7s championship. The event will take place on March 7th between 2pm and 3:30pm on Goudy Field […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/university7s_2015-115x115.jpg "University 7s Camp on March 7th")
University 7s Camp on March 7th
Posted on February 12, 2015 | No CommentsThe first event of 2015 is coming up in March at the University 7s championship. The event will take place on March 7th between 2pm and 3:30pm on Goudy Field […] -
![Dec 31 2014 As the New Year quickly approaches, it only seems appropriate to reflect on what this past year has brought. It was early in the previous year when […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/shawnigan_u17_camp-115x115.jpg "Meagan’s Blog")
Meagan’s Blog
Posted on December 31, 2014 | No CommentsDec 31 2014 As the New Year quickly approaches, it only seems appropriate to reflect on what this past year has brought. It was early in the previous year when […] -
![The registration form for the Thunder Camp being held on Friday August 22nd at the Oakville Crusaders rugby club is below. The cost to attend is $10, payable at the […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/card_front-115x115.jpg "Oakville Crusaders Skills Camp with Phil Mack – Online Registration")
Oakville Crusaders Skills Camp with Phil Mack – Online Registration
Posted on July 30, 2014 | No CommentsThe registration form for the Thunder Camp being held on Friday August 22nd at the Oakville Crusaders rugby club is below. The cost to attend is $10, payable at the […] -
![After a successful opening season in BC that was highlighted by five camps on Vancouver Island, a two day pre-tournament camp at Shawnigan Lake School and a two day tournament […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/BANNER_6x2_72-115x115.jpg "THUNDER ARE HEADING EAST – 2 CAMPS IN TORONTO AREA AUGUST 22nd AND 23rd")
THUNDER ARE HEADING EAST – 2 CAMPS IN TORONTO AREA AUGUST 22nd AND 23rd
Posted on July 29, 2014 | No CommentsAfter a successful opening season in BC that was highlighted by five camps on Vancouver Island, a two day pre-tournament camp at Shawnigan Lake School and a two day tournament […] -
![We recently wrapped up our inaugural season and it was a great experience, both for coaches and organizers and from the feedback so far, also for the parents and players. […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/ceremony_1800-115x115.jpg "What is the Thunder Experience?")
What is the Thunder Experience?
Posted on July 15, 2014 | No CommentsWe recently wrapped up our inaugural season and it was a great experience, both for coaches and organizers and from the feedback so far, also for the parents and players. […] -
![Q: Hi Meagan, I hear you’re going to come out from Ontario to play for the Thunder in July, that’s fantastic. Tell us how you heard about the Thunder program? […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/meg_wilson21-115x115.jpg "Meet the Thunder – Meagan Wilson (player)")
Meet the Thunder – Meagan Wilson (player)
Posted on June 9, 2014 | No CommentsQ: Hi Meagan, I hear you’re going to come out from Ontario to play for the Thunder in July, that’s fantastic. Tell us how you heard about the Thunder program? […] -
World Rugby Features Phil Mack and the Thunder Program
Posted on June 1, 2014 | No CommentsBack in June 2014 World Rugby did a feature on Phil Mack and the Thunder program. They produced this video which is on their YouTube channel. -
![Q: When did you start playing rugby? A: I started playing rugby with my High school Elgin Park 3 years ago. Then I started with Bayside Sharks a union team […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/samantha_jack-115x115.jpg "Meet the Thunder – Samantha Jack (player)")
Meet the Thunder – Samantha Jack (player)
Posted on May 22, 2014 | No CommentsQ: When did you start playing rugby? A: I started playing rugby with my High school Elgin Park 3 years ago. Then I started with Bayside Sharks a union team […] -
Cowichan Camp – Register Here
Posted on April 30, 2014 | No CommentsPlease register for the upcoming camps to give us a better idea of numbers. The next clinic is in Cowichan on June 14th from 1pm to 4pm. -
![About 100 people representing the Aboriginal and rugby communities came together on Wednesday evening to honour Phil Mack and support the new Thunder Aboriginal Youth Rugby program. The event was […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/DSC_8848-115x115.jpg "2014 Thunder Fundraiser a Success")
2014 Thunder Fundraiser a Success
Posted on April 25, 2014 | No CommentsAbout 100 people representing the Aboriginal and rugby communities came together on Wednesday evening to honour Phil Mack and support the new Thunder Aboriginal Youth Rugby program. The event was […] -
![Welcome to our 1st ever fundraiser. The revenue generated at this event will power the program through its first year. Five camps planned in May and June plus the Victoria […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/THUNDER_FUNDRAISER-115x115.jpg "THUNDER FUNDRAISER – APRIL 23rd")
THUNDER FUNDRAISER – APRIL 23rd
Posted on April 4, 2014 | No CommentsWelcome to our 1st ever fundraiser. The revenue generated at this event will power the program through its first year. Five camps planned in May and June plus the Victoria […] -
![Hunter Jack Grant is a member of the Interior Salish nation known as St’at’imx and belongs to the Cayoose Creek band, based in Lillooet, BC. Hunter is named for Chief […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Hunter-1-BC-Gold-2013small-115x115.jpg "Meet the Thunder: Hunter Jack Grant (player)")
Meet the Thunder: Hunter Jack Grant (player)
Posted on March 12, 2014 | No CommentsHunter Jack Grant is a member of the Interior Salish nation known as St’at’imx and belongs to the Cayoose Creek band, based in Lillooet, BC. Hunter is named for Chief […] -
![Here are some photos from our first training session, it was pouring rain so the camera was waterlogged by the end. Everyone was having fun and Phil and the coaching […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/DSCN0032-115x115.jpg "First Session Done – Great Turnout in Rainy Weather – Lots of Photos")
First Session Done – Great Turnout in Rainy Weather – Lots of Photos
Posted on March 10, 2014 | No CommentsHere are some photos from our first training session, it was pouring rain so the camera was waterlogged by the end. Everyone was having fun and Phil and the coaching […] -
![The Thunder will take the field for their first session on Saturday March 8th during the University 7s National championships at Westhills Stadium in Langford. Starting with a 1:00 pm […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/poster_feb24_2014-115x115.jpg "Register Here for March 8th Event")
Register Here for March 8th Event
Posted on February 24, 2014 | No CommentsThe Thunder will take the field for their first session on Saturday March 8th during the University 7s National championships at Westhills Stadium in Langford. Starting with a 1:00 pm […] -
![It was fitting that the first official event for the Vancouver Island Thunder Aboriginal Youth Rugby Program was at Thunderbird Park in Victoria. The Thunderbird is the symbol of the […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/Thunder_jan18_001-115x115.jpg "Phil Mack Announced as Head Coach of Thunder Program")
Phil Mack Announced as Head Coach of Thunder Program
Posted on January 22, 2014 | No CommentsIt was fitting that the first official event for the Vancouver Island Thunder Aboriginal Youth Rugby Program was at Thunderbird Park in Victoria. The Thunderbird is the symbol of the […] -
Aboriginal Coaching Module – Feb 5th and 6th
Posted on January 22, 2014 | No CommentsClick to download full .pdf document -
![Meet the Thunder! – Alexander Aleni Va’a U 16 Boys Team: Velox Valhallians U16 Heritage: Samoan / Saanich (Tsartlip) Representative teams: Tide U 14, Team BC U14 15’s (2012) travel […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1474646_227435410763478_1107066580_n-115x115.jpg "Meet the Thunder! – Alexander Aleni Va’a (player)")
Meet the Thunder! – Alexander Aleni Va’a (player)
Posted on December 10, 2013 | No CommentsMeet the Thunder! – Alexander Aleni Va’a U 16 Boys Team: Velox Valhallians U16 Heritage: Samoan / Saanich (Tsartlip) Representative teams: Tide U 14, Team BC U14 15’s (2012) travel […] -
![Team: Castaway Wanderers 2013 Provincial Champs Heritage: Namgis Nation of Alert Bay Representative teams: Tide U14 2011 Vic International 7’s Cup winner, 2012 BCSG Silver medal, BC U14 2012 National […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1475982_227702607403425_1059424116_n-115x115.jpg "Meet the Thunder! Brandon Schellenberger (player)")
Meet the Thunder! Brandon Schellenberger (player)
Posted on December 10, 2013 | No CommentsTeam: Castaway Wanderers 2013 Provincial Champs Heritage: Namgis Nation of Alert Bay Representative teams: Tide U14 2011 Vic International 7’s Cup winner, 2012 BCSG Silver medal, BC U14 2012 National […] -
![Support the Vancouver Island Thunder! Win a Thunderbird Cedar Panel. The panel is sandblasted cedar, Acrylic on Cedar, 12” by 24”. Only 40 tickets for sale, $20 a ticket. Email […]](https://thunderrugby.ca/rugby/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/fundraising_draw.jpg "Fundraising: Win a Thunderbird Cedar Panel")
Fundraising: Win a Thunderbird Cedar Panel
Posted on December 3, 2013 | No CommentsSupport the Vancouver Island Thunder! Win a Thunderbird Cedar Panel. The panel is sandblasted cedar, Acrylic on Cedar, 12” by 24”. Only 40 tickets for sale, $20 a ticket. Email […]