Why Rugby?
Rapids Rugby provides an inclusive and competitive environment that instills the values of hard work, commitment and teamwork. The benefits of sports for girls cannot be overstated, and the addition of the physicality of rugby only pushes confidence-building to a higher level. Through their participation in sports, girls learn to thrive in competition, see projects through to completion, motivate others, and work as a team. Statistics show they have become some of our strongest leaders, with 94% of women in C-suite positions having played sports in their youth. This spring, we offer the athletes from our U18 team the opportunity to travel to Scotland for a true rugby experience. They will play three games against local teams and be hosted by those clubs for post-match meals. The team will be coached by professional players, tour Scottish landmarks and see some of the world’s top female rugby players play in Edinburgh when Scotland takes on Wales in the Women’s Six Nations tournament on March 22, 2025.
Fundraising Goals
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FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ALL PLAYERS
Allowing all team members to attend, removing all barriers for these hardworking athletes
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ATHLETE CONNECTION WITH DONORS
Promotion of lasting relationships with community cheerleaders
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CREATE A MOVEMENT
Start a trend that future traveling athletes can continue
Adopt an Athlete
Why Adopt an Athlete?
By supporting a Rapids Rugby player, you directly empower female athletes to pursue their passion and achieve their goals on and off the field. Your contribution helps cover essential costs like travel, training, and equipment, ensuring our players have the resources to excel. Beyond financial support, you’re becoming part of their journey—celebrating their growth and success as they proudly represent our community.
How to Support an Athlete
Supporting your favourite Rapids Rugby player is simple and impactful! Follow these steps:
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Select Your Player
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Choose your level of Support:
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Athlete Euro Travel Package: $3000
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Athlete Tour Airfare Package: $1000
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Athlete Tour Gear Package: $500
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Confirm Your Support
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Payment Options
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Credit Card: Quick and secure payment at checkout.
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E-transfer: Send your sponsorship dollars to cvrapidsrugby@gmail.com. Ensure the player’s name is in the transfer note for proper allocation of funds. Use WEALTH as the E-transfer password.
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What You’ll Receive
As a token of appreciation, you’ll receive:
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A confirmation of your support from the Rapids Rugby Club.
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"Be part of the Journey" team email updates highlighting the girls pre-tour training and overseas travel activities.
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VIP Invitation to a Welcome Home/Meet the Athletes event hosted by Gilman Deters Private Wealth - date & time TBA
Thank you for being an integral part of the Rapids Rugby community. Your support makes a real difference!
Adopt-An-Athlete
Choose your level of Support:
Athlete Euro Travel Package: $3000
Athlete Tour Airfare Package: $1000
Athlete Tour Gear Package: $500
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Meet The Team
Position: Wing # 14
About: whip, my job is to complete the back plays by running down the sideline scoring tries. My all time favourite part about my position is to dive over that try line for a glorious score, always followed by the cheer and excitement of my teammates.
Position: Left/Right Wing #11
About: #14 Wings are fast players that finish the hard work of the other members of the team, taking the ball off backs moves and scoring tries. I have both speed and aggression on the field giving me the ability to outpace defenders. I love rugby for the game and community within it.
Position: Fullback #15
About: position is where the main job is the last line of defence; however, it is also a big attack role. I like playing full-back because I can make crazy cross-field tackles, and I can watch to see what needs to be done as I have a full view of the field. I’ve played for about 5 years and have grown up around rugby my whole life. I used to watch my mom’s rugby games and started using her moves in soccer until I got kicked out for tackling, and that’s when I joined rugby.
Position: Flanks # 6 T
About: the position of Flanker has a vital role in both defence and attack and often cover almost everywhere on the pitch during the game. I love this position because I can show off my speed and tackling ability, as well as provide support for my teammates.
Position: Second Row #4/5
About: Second row is a forwards playing position consisting of two players that participates in scrums, line outs, and player pods. I enjoy this position because it allows me to do things other than ball carrying, as well as having a fun element while preforming line outs and scrums.
Position: Outside Center # 13
About: My name is Kira Mossman and I am 16 years old currently attending Vanier I play outside centre(#13). While Playing this position there is decision making and supporting my teammates. My favourite part about playing this position is being apart of plays with the inside centre. I really enjoy playing rugby because it has an amazing community and I have made so many new friends since I started playing rugby. I really enjoy playing rugby and in the future I plan to apply to UBC and other universities. I love rugby it is such a great sport and I hope to go far with it.
Position: Flank #7
About: I play flank, flankers do a lot of tackling and rucking. They are often found supporting the play and they help link the forwards and backs. I love it because I get to do lots of tackling.
Position: Position Flanker # 6, 7 Prop # 1, 3 Hook #2
About: My job on the field is to be where the ball is. On defence I’m coming hard off the line to pressure the offence and to fight for tackles and in rucks, on offence I’m running the hard lines, sealing rucks, and supporting. Although I’m a busy individual I also make time for rugby, I love this sport it makes me feel strong, mentally and physically.
Position: Second Row #5
About: I play second row with Rapids. I am in the back of the scrum and provide support in the scrums and lineouts. I love this position because I can provide strength for my teammates.
Position: Flanker/Flank # 6, 7 or 8.
About: The flanker is a forward position and is located in the scrum. While in the scrum, a flanker helps with support and stability. Being a flanker, you are more focused on the contact part, like tackling and rucking. Flankers need to have good agility and speed for support when our teammates run hard lines and make breakthroughs. It’s also important to have strong physicality so you can have good endurance and strength for both offence and defence.
Position: Hooker # 2 Flanker # 7 Prop # 2 3
About: I mainly hook! Being a hooker means that I am in the front row-middle of the scrum, and my job within the scrum, is to hook the ball to the second row, and into the back of the scrum to the nine, who then can use it in an attack. Within the line-out, my job is to throw the ball through the centre of the line out so that my jumpers can swipe it or grab it and then pass it down to the number nine who then sends it to the back, who use it in attack. The best thing about being a hooker is the tackling and getting to throw!
Position: Fullback #15
About: This season I have been playing fullback, number fifteen. I love to tackle, and the friendships I have built through rugby!
Position: Second Row # 4 5
About: I play second row most of the time but I’ve been playing 8 man and prop at school and club level for the last 2-3 years and absolutely love it as well as the friendships that comes with the sport!
Position: Prop/Hook # 3
About: Hook plays in the scrums and hooks the ball to the 9 who passes the ball out to start attacking. Props are the big pushers and we love to throw our weight around! I love playing hook and prop because I feel it is a very powerful and important role where I am able to show my strengths in that position.
Position: Front Row/Prop #1 or 3
About: I currently play prop, number 1 or 3! I love everything about it, specifically the power of the scrum, and the crashing during pods! My job on the field is to crash the ball, tackle, ruck, and scrum!
Position: Wing #13/14
About: Playing outside the backs, used to move the ball down the field and score tries. My speed and agility on the field make me a great fit for this position. My favourite part of this position is getting to use my speed.
Position: Hook/Prop # 1,2,3
About: I’ve primarily played as hook during school and club season. I like playing hook, but love being able to jump in where needed to learn new positions and help my team. I like being in the middle of scrums and working with my teammates to fight for the ball. I love the opportunity it gives you to support your team in line outs, and be with them in pods.
Position: Hooker #1&3 Prop
About: the job is to be over the rucks and throw the lineouts. It’s a position that requires strength and strategy, and I love being at the center of the action.
Position: Flanker #6/7
About: Flanking means feeling powerful during the scrum, holding the rest of my team together along with getting the first tackle after the ball is out of it. I love rugby for its balance of competition and friendliness on the field along with the friendships made season after season!
Position: Second Row #4
About: Second rows are positioned behind the front row and they help generate power into the push and stability into the scrum. I love being a second row because I love really being able to feel the push in a scrum. Rugby as a sport not only gives me strength but something even more important, and that is sisterhood. Being on a girls rugby team truly is like having an additional 14 sisters and i’m so grateful for my team
Position: Scrum Half # 9
About: The scrum half is a very high intensity position that requires a lot of running and good game sense. A scrum half is required to be at every break down to get the next play started! That is why I love it, I love the intensity of the position and I love that after every game it leaves me feeling like I’ve left it all out on the field.
Position: Scrum Half or Half Back #9
About: As 9 I have multiple jobs such as grabbing the ball from the back of the scrum; grabbing the ball from the ruck and communicating with team where the ball needs to go. I also get the ball usually in a line out unless were running a special play. I love this position because I can be sneaky and do lots of picks. I as well love this position because I like to be the one to slow down the play for a moment. I also love that I am always moving at from ruck to ruck.