Junior Gold
The Junior Gold program represents an important pathway for young rugby players, guiding them from grassroots participation to elite competition. This pathway begins at the local level, where players develop their skills and understanding of the game through club participation. As they progress, they have the opportunity to compete at regional levels, potentially representing teams like the Edmonton Gold or the County Warriors, where they can refine their talent and showcase their abilities against top competitors in their area.
From regional play, promising athletes can be selected to represent their provinces, competing for the Alberta Wolfpack and gaining valuable experience in higher-stakes matches. Exceptional performers may even have the chance to advance to international competitions, where they can represent Canada and compete on the world stage.
This structured pathway not only fosters skill development and personal growth but also helps young athletes build confidence, teamwork, and leadership qualities. Join us in exploring the Junior Gold program and the exciting opportunities it offers for aspiring rugby players!
2025 JUNIOR GOLD XV’s
TRAINING
Location & Time TBC
Sunday, June 22nd – all teams
GAMES
Sat June 14th – Team Yellow vs County Warriors
Sun June 15th – Challenge Cup: Team Green vs Calgary Mavericks
ALBERTA REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP @ Calgary Rugby Park, 9025 Shepard Rd SE
U17 – June 28 & 29th
U19 – June 29th & 30th
2025 Junior Gold VII’s
U18 – Alberta Regional Championships (ARC) 7s
U16 – Vancouver 7s Tour
U18
Birth Years: 2007 & 2008
Tournament Info
Held indoors at Foote Field Dome, Edmonton, AB. This event runs alongside the Western Canada Mens & Women’s University Rugby 7s hosted by the University of Alberta
The tournament is played over two days and brings together representative teams from across Alberta to showcase and identify emerging talent.
Competition dates:
- Boys – January 18 & 19, 2025
- Girls – January 25 & 26, 2025
Tryouts
- Sun Nov 17, 5:30 – 7pm @ Commonwealth Rec Center
- Sun Nov 24, 6:00 -8:00pm @ Commonwealth Rec Center
Training
- Sun Dec 1, 8:00-9:00 pm @ Commonwealth
- Sun Dec 8, 6:00-8:00 pm @ Kinsmen
- Thu Dec 12, 7:00-8:00 pm @ Commonwealth
- Sun Jan 5, 7:00-9:00 pm @ Commonwealth
- Sun Jan 12, BOYS ONLY 5:30-7:30 pm @ Kinsmen
- Sun Jan 19, GIRLS ONLY 5:30- 7:30 pm @ Kinsmen
U16
Birth Years: 2009 & 2010
Tournament Info
The Vancouver Sevens Invitational (VSI) is a two-day Rugby Sevens Tournament held at the University of British Columbia ahead of the HSBC SVNS Vancouver.
Competition dates:
- Boys & Girls, February 19 – 23, 2025
Tryouts
- Sun Nov 17, 6:00 – 8:00pm @ Kinsmen Rec Center
- Sun Nov 24, 9:00 – 10:00am @ Commonwealth Rec Center
Training
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Sun Dec 1, 6:00-8:00 pm @ Kinsmen
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Sun Dec 15, 6:00-8:00 pm @ Kinsmen
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Sun Jan 12 5:30-7:30 pm @ Kinsmen
Additional dates to be confirmed closer to tour date.