ABOUT US
Welcome to the Hornets Rugby Club, a rugby club steeped in history and with a strong sense of community. Founded in 1960, our club has a rich heritage of traditions, culture and family legacy, and has been a pillar of the local community for over 60 years.
Our Club
The Hornets Rugby Club is a non-profit organization that operates on the principle of promoting rugby as a sport and building community through rugby. We offer programs for men, women, and juniors and youth from U5 to u18 and skill levels. Our club is built on a strong foundation of volunteerism, with dedicated coaches, referees, and administrators working together to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all.
Our Mission
To create a culture of excellence, camaraderie, and sportsmanship within the rugby community, and to consistently strive for success on and off the field for all of our members.
Our Vision
The Hornets will be the club of choice, driven by continual improvement, excellence in areas of rugby, and recognition of effort and performance.
Our Values
The Hornets Rugby Club is a non-profit organization that operates on the principle of promoting rugby as a sport and building community through rugby.
While the Hornets offer a unique expereince based on our history and heritage , we adhere to the World Rugby Values of Integrity, Respect, Discipline, Passion and Solidarity.
Our Programs
We offer programs for men, women, and juniors of all ages and skill levels. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a beginner looking to learn the ropes, we have a program for you. Our programs include:
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Men’s Competitive Rugby: Our men’s competitive team competes in the Alberta Cup, the province’s premiere rugby league.
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Men’s Developmental Rugby: Our men’s developmental team is focused on skill development and personal growth.
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Men’s Recreational Rugby: Our men’s recreational team emphasizes the social side of rugby and building community.
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Women’s Competitive Rugby: Our women’s competitive team is a top contender in the Alberta Women’s Premiere league.
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Women’s Division 2 Rugby: Our women’s developmental team is focused on skill development and personal growth.
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Junior Rugby and Youth Rugby: We offer programs for juniors from U5 to U13 and for youth from U15 to U18.
WHY CHOOSE THE HORNETS?
​We have a full time Director of Rugby, Graeme Moffat, who is a NCCP Level 3 coach.
Our coaching team are NCCP level 1 & 2 certified.
The Hornets offer our own coaching program “The Hornets Way” to all age grade coaches and managers.
We have certified Athletic Therapists attend all practices and games.
We work closely with the SHRed Concussions (Surveillance in High Schools to Reduce the Risk of Concussions and their Consequences) team to complete baseline and post-incident concussion assessments, train players and coaches in concussion awareness, and implement concussion and injury prevention warmup strategies.
All of our coaches are IRB rugby ready and concussion management trained. All of our coaches have police checks and vulnerable sector clearance, with a Coach Representative trained in Mental Health First Aid.
Our junior program is one of the longest running and largest in Alberta, with consistent city and provincial titles.
The most important reason, we have fun!!!!!!
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
If you are interested in joining the Hornets Rugby Club, there are many ways to get involved. You can visit our website to learn more about our programs and registration, or you can come down to one of our practices or games to see us in action. We welcome players of all ages, genders, and skill levels, and are always looking for new members to join our community.
THANK YOU FOR NOTICING US!
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about the Hornets Rugby Club. We are proud of our heritage and our commitment to promoting rugby and building community. We hope to see you on the field soon!