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

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  • 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

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  • Sun Nov 17, 6:00 – 8:00pm @ Kinsmen Rec Center
  • Sun Nov 24, 9:00 – 10:00am @ Commonwealth Rec Center

Training

  • Sun Dec 1, 6:00-8:00 pm @ Kinsmen

  • Sun Dec 15, 6:00-8:00 pm @ Kinsmen

  • Sun Jan 12 5:30-7:30 pm @ Kinsmen

    Additional dates to be confirmed closer to tour date.