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The Ebb Tide Rugby Football Club is the oldest continuously operating Over-40 rugby club in British Columbia, Canada. We have active players between the ages of 38 and 70's and active social members well into their 80's.  Social members and visitors are welcome to join us at our regular Thursday evening run-around.  Ebb Tide is a member of the Pacific Northwest Over 40's Rugby Union.

Players are eligible to play at 38 years.

The AGM will be held on Thursday May 25 at Windsor Park immediately following the run around. It will be outside at the north end of the pavilion, the same location as last year.
The following executive position are up for election this year:

Two year terms

  • President – providing leadership to the club
  • Fields – managing practice and match field bookings
  • Registrar – overseeing the club registration process
  • Director at Large – special projects

One year terms

  • Captain – providing leadership on the field

Some incumbents are willing to stand again for re-election and others are stepping down. Regardless, all members are welcome to consider standing for any of the positions, or nominating someone that they consider to be a good candidate.
If you are interested in any of the positions, feel free to contact me (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 250-813-2281) or the current Director serving in that position for further information.
Yours in rugby
Glen Okrainetz
President

We are moving locations over the next few weeks so please take note of each loaction and date.  Post practice beverage locations will be annouced on Facebook or at the training session.

Summer practices will be at Windsor Park unless otherwise posted here

Update on March 14, 2023

The SGM regarding the Director of Rugby position for the executive committee was held on Thursday March 9, 2023.
The following motion was adopted unanimously:
Be it resolved that the position of Director of Rugby be added to the club executive, and that a member be elected for a two year term to serve as the Director of Rugby.
Dean Bratten was elected Director of Rugby by acclamation. His appointment is effective immediately and will continue until the 2025 AGM.
Thank you to club members that participated in the meeting.

Members

In preparation for the coming busy spring schedule with 4 home games and a road game, Executive had a discussion about taking some of the workload off of the shoulders of the Captain on game days so that he can focus on leading the team on the pitch.

As a result, it is being proposed that a new Executive position called the Director of Rugby be created. The Director will work closely with the VP Fixtures and the Captain regarding all operational matters related to club activities.

The purpose of the position is to manage a safe and fun environment for all players while challenging individuals and team to a play better standard of rugby. 

Job Description

  • Manages all training and touch rugby (on field ) 
  • Manages all game day player selection
  • Manages playing time of players through Sideline Managers

One of the first tasks of the new Director will be to identify individuals willing to be game day Sideline Managers to maintain order on the bench and to oversee player substitutions in a fair and orderly fashion.

In order to create this new position there needs to be a Special General Meeting (SGM) to:

  • pass a motion to create the new executive position of Director of Rugby; and
  • to hold an election to fill the position.

As with all executive positions, nominations can be made in advance or on the day of the SGM.

Accordingly, notice is hereby given that the SGM shall be held at 6:45pm on Thursday March 9, 2023 in the upstairs room of the Bent Mast pub in James Bay.

If you have any questions please contact Glen Okrainetz at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone 250-813-2281.

ET50 FlyerFriday, and Saturday October 14 - 15, 2022, are the dates to celebrate Ebb Tide Rugby Club's 50th year.  The books have arrived and will be distributed, over the next several weeks, to those who have pre-purchased. Books are also available to anyone else who is interested and will be available for sale at the Friday and Saturday events.
There will be a player only social starting at 7 pm Friday, October 14, at McCall's Sequoia Centre, 4665 Falaise Drive. This will offer an opportunity for active and former members as well as “friends” of Ebb Tide from other Cascadia Masters Rugby Union clubs to share some cheer and trade stories.
On Saturday afternoon there will be matches played on Wallace Field at the University of Victoria. Depending on attendance we hope to have an under-60's and an over-60's match along with  some refreshments. There will be a banquet on Saturday evening for players, their partners and other friends of the Ebb Tide. The Four Points by Sheraton in Langford, 829 McCallum Road (250-474-6063), is the banquet location.

Schedule of Events

Friday, October 14
7:00 PM   Friday social $25.00
Location: Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens: 4665 Falaise Drive in Royal Oak

Saturday, October 15

1:00 PM   Arrive Centennial Stadium at Uvic
2:00 PM   Club Member Group Photograph - #1 Dress mandatory
3:00 PM   Games and Refreshments at Wallace Field at UVic
5:00 PM   Travel to banquet venue: Four Points by Sheraton in Langford
6:00 PM   Appetizers and No Host (cash) bar
7:30 PM   Buffet DinnerŸ

Advance purchase of the tickets for the two social events will be required. Per person costs for the events are:

  • Friday social $25.00
  • Friday social $25.00
  • Saturday dinner $105.00
  • Book price remains at $40.00

ET Golf 2022Saturday, August 6, 2022
Metchosin Golf & Country Club

  • Registration Form / Poster: pdf file
  • 12:00 noon Registration
  • 1 PM Shotgun Start with 64 players
  • Best Ball Format
  • POST GOLF RECEPTION: Vahid’s Home
  • COST: $70 early bird
  • After August 1st price increases to $75
  • To register as a single or foursome This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

We will set a non-player option for food & Beer of $20

I have secured a Shotgun Start, which requires 64 players. We pay for 64 regardless, so we need everyone to bring in some players. Outside players are welcome as it brings dollars in that are not out of the Ebb Tide Players pockets.

Cost is $70.00 and includes 9 holes of golf (BestBall) with a shotgun start. The price includes door prizes, a beer and dinner prepared by our Chef Vahid and he is also hosting the after golf get together at his home. Single registrants will be matched up with other singles. Prizes for Men and Ladies Long Drive and Closest to the Pin. There will also be a mystery prize for an Ebb Tider’s hidden score. Register early and bring Friends, it will be a fun day!

If any one can secure some prizes, please secure them and get them to me ASAP! Any Trophy winners from last Tournament, please bring those in and leave them with an Executive Member. There will be a special prize for the Member that brings in the most paid guests.

David Valentine
Director @ Large
Chair of Golf Tournament

Saturday, July 23rd, Saturday @ 1:00 PM

VENUE is 550 WARREN AVE.

  • TEAM @ $20 EACH (early entry Only)
  • TWO PLAYERS PER
  • MAXIMUM 16 TEAMS
  • BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS AND AN APPETIZER

The club will be hosting our annual awards night, on Thursday June 9th, in the tasting room at Moon Under Water. The room is reserved for 6:30, with awards at 7:30ish. Our run that evening will be at MacAulay Elementary in Esquimalt.

The AGM will be held on Thursday, June 2 at Windsor Park immediately following the run around. It will be outside at the north end of the pavilion, the same location as last year. The following executive position are up for election this year:

Two year terms

  • Secretary – taking meeting minutes and managing club records
  • Vice President – lead on scheduling and fixtures during the season
  • Treasurer – managing the club finances
  • Social Director – overseeing club social events and organizing meal for hostings after home games
  • Quartermaster – managing club jerseys, shorts and other gear

One year terms

  • Registrar – overseeing online registration process
  • Captain – providing leadership on and off the field

Some incumbents are willing to stand again for re-election and others are stepping down. Regardless, all members are welcome to consider standing for any of the positions, or nominating someone that they consider to be a good candidate.

If you are interested in any of the positions, feel free to contact me or the current Director serving in that position for further information.

Yours in rugby

Glen Okrainetz - President

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