Lindsay Rugby Football Club

Modified PHASE 3 of Rugby Ontario’s Return to Play

Friday, July 2nd, 2021

Great news for players of all ages! We have now entered Modified PHASE 3 of Rugby Ontario’s Return to Play Sanctioning.

What does this mean for athletes & practice sessions?

Increased group sizes
More than one ball can be used within the groups
FLAG and/or TOUCH rugby activities are permitted
Possibility to explore the opportunity to play flag/touch rugby against other local clubs

ALL Covid-19 Protocols will remain intact at the Lindsay Rugby Club, however the ONE parent/grandparent/guardian per child rule has been lifted, but please remember that we still have to keep the numbers respectable and within provincial limits.

ALL non-participants will still need to wear a mask while on the sidelines and must remain 6 feet apart.

Interested in playing rugby?

If you are not registered yet you can do so at any time by clicking here

Questions?

Feel free to contact the team coach, President Greg Buckley: president@lindsayrugby.com or Vice President Steph McDonald: recruitment@lindsayrugby.com

Obviously this is all very exciting news and has taken a lot of hard work to get to this point. Your coaches deserve a ton of credit and all we ask for is your patience and understanding, as we continue to make our programs as fun, exciting, and safe as possible for all of our members.

Men & Women’s Rugby Training Starts July 6th

Monday, June 28th, 2021

ATTENTION ALL SENIOR MEN’S and WOMEN’S PLAYERS: Rugby is back! After reviewing your feedback on our recent interest survey the club has organized activities for all of our senior members (born before 2002).

Training will begin Tuesday July 6th from 7:00pm-8:00pm. Coach Steve Lamb will run fitness and skill/drill sessions every Tuesday night. Thursday night training sessions will begin once we enter the next phase in accordance with Rugby Ontario. Thursday night training will focus on flag games followed by social activities.

You MUST BE REGISTERED in order to participate.

You can register here

Registration Fee: $125.00 plus processing fees

Current Training Schedule: Tuesday evenings from 7:00pm-8:00pm

Future Training Schedule (once permitted by Rugby Ontario): Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 7:00pm-8:00pm

If you have any questions please contact Greg Buckley: president@lindsayrugby.com OR Steph McDonald: recruitment@lindsayrugby.com

PRACTICES FOR MINORS & JUNIORS WILL START NEXT WEEK

Friday, June 11th, 2021

Great news everyone, we have finally been given the green light by Rugby Ontario and the province to start activity up next week!

The stage we are in right now allows us to train for fitness and ball handling – as we have to remain 3M apart. So no flag/touch or contact activities at the moment, but we are optimistic that that is on the horizon.

PRACTICE DETAILS

MINORS: starting Wednesday June 16th

Kids falling under the u6, u8, u10, u12, and u14 age grades (born from 2015-2007) WILL START Wednesday (June 16th) at 6:30pm.

Practices will then take place every Monday and Wednesday night thereafter beginning at 6:30pm.

Please email Brett Moxley at brettmoxley8@hotmail.com or Kirk Wilson at kirk.wilson@tldsb.on.ca if you have any questions regarding this program.

JUNIORS: starting Thursday June 17th

Junior aged players falling under the u16, u18, and u19 age grades (born from 2006-2002) WILL START Thursday (June 17th) at 6:15pm.

Practices will then take place every Tuesday and Thursday night thereafter beginning at 6:15pm.

Please email Stephanie McDonald at recruitment@lindsayrugby.com if you have any questions regarding this program.

*Be sure to arrive approximately 10 minutes before practice each night, so we can check your attestations, take attendance, and you can be prepared to train.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR RUGBY ACTIVITY?

All players MUST be fully registered prior to participating in practices
Gathering Limit – 10 athletes maximum per group plus coaches
3M (9ft) physical distance at all times
One shared ball ONLY per group
SPECTATORS/PARENTS:
As per regulations, NO spectators are permitted at venues. However, a person under the age of 18 years who is engaged in activities in the facility may be accompanied by ONE parent or guardian.
ATTENDANCE/ATTESTATIONS:
Any activity that is being conducted will need to be included in SportLomo with only registered participants. All participants, including coaching staff must complete the attestation before the session.
How to Guide – click here

2021 LRFC REGISTRATION DETAILS

MINOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: U6-U12 (2016-2009 birth years)
Total Dues = $100 + processing fees

JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: U14-U18 (2008-2003 birth years)
Total Dues = $115 + processing fees

U19 JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: (2002 birth year)
Total Dues = $115 + processing fees

SENIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: 20 & over (2001-1944 birth years)
Total Dues = $125 + processing fees

Here is the link you will use to access Lindsay RFC’s Registration page.

All participants MUST be fully registered and are required to fulfill the daily attestation requirements before participating in any activities at the club. This is a mandatory procedure, as the safety of our players, coaches, parents, and volunteers, is the number one priority.

Let’s have a great season!

LRFC Return to RugbyCOVID PROTOCOLS

LRFC CLOTHING STORE IS OPEN

Friday, November 13th, 2020

The Lindsay Rugby Club Gear shop is open once again and ready to take your orders. We are happy to offer locally designed and printed sweatshirts, hoodies and hats to keep you warm this off season.

We have done our best to keep everything affordable, so you can enjoy more than one option to show off your LRFC pride & loyalty.

Orders will need to be received by March 28th, so we can have them processed and back in a timely fashion.

Click here for all the details and to check out the store.

Thank you for supporting the Lindsay Rugby Football Club!

Lindsay Rugby Club’s Mission and Mandate

Thursday, March 1st, 2018

To promote, develop and administer the playing of rugby under safe conditions throughout the Kawartha Lakes area.

To increase the number of male and female participants regardless of age race or creed, Increase the number of groups and educational establishments playing rugby in an organized manner.

Deliver policies and programmes that meet the needs and aspirations of our members and enable them to meet their maximum potential.

To integrate the LRFC into the development plans of Kawartha Lakes, by adding to the community facility inventory for growing and additional user groups to nurture and encourage success through education and example.

APPROVED FOR RETURN TO PLAY – REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Thursday, March 18th, 2021

We are pleased to announce that the Lindsay Rugby Football Club has been approved for Return to Play Sanctioning by Rugby Ontario.

Our Club is now cleared to return to play in the 2021 season and the membership registration system is now open.

Below are the registration details for the different age grades and more details will follow in the coming days regarding each age group’s proposed start date and training plan. Registration numbers for each age group will determine programming for this season, so please get yourself or your child registered as soon as possible.

2021 LRFC REGISTRATION DETAILS

MINOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: U6-U12 (2016-2009 birth years)
Total Dues = $100 + processing fees
JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: U14-U18 (2008-2003 birth years)
Total Dues = $115 + processing fees
U19 JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: (2002 birth year)
Total Dues = $115 + processing fees

SENIOR MEMBERSHIP: Non-Contact: 20 & over (2001-1944 birth years)
Total Dues = $125 + processing fees

Here is the link you will use to access Lindsay RFC’s Registration page.

Please keep in mind that we are currently under a province-wide suspension of in-person rugby activities as part of the Ontario Government’s “Emergency Brake Shutdown” and Stay at Home order.

Once activities are permitted to resume, all participants must be fully registered and are required to fulfill the daily attestation requirements before participating in any activities at the club. This will be a mandatory procedure, as the safety of our players, coaches, parents, and volunteers, is the number one priority.

Let’s have a great season!

Jake Webster

Thursday, December 10th, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the Lindsay Rugby Football Club shares the news about the loss of Jake Webster. Jake was a junior and men’s player with the club, as well as representing Ontario and Canada in men’s 7s and the world junior 15s.

Jake was a fierce competitor on the pitch and a loyal teammate and friend off the pitch. Jake passed away suddenly on December 7th, at the age of 27, leaving behind his family, wife Maggie & two young children.

Rest in peace

Meet the Executive – David Beukeboom

Friday, July 17th, 2020

Name: David Beukeboom
Position: Maintenance Manager

Dave started playing with the Lindsay Rugby Club when he was just 13 and has now been a member for over 16 years. He has had much success in the sport of rugby, but has always considered the Lindsay Rugby Club his home. He has consistently given back to the club and is officially taking on the role of Maintenance Manager. Why does Dave love the rugby club so much?

He says

“The culture. LRFC creates a culture like no other. It feels like home to such a variety of people and really brings them all together. Some of our biggest and longest standing supporters have never even played rugby, but they show up and volunteer their time by sponsoring, coaching, bartending etc. I feel fortunate to be part of such an amazing community of awesome and generous people. They have your back and keep coming back for more!”

Meet the Executive – John Carr

Tuesday, June 30th, 2020

Name: John Carr
Position: Director of Communication

John initially started getting involved with the Lindsay Rugby Club when his son started playing U12 back in 2006. He has served the club in a variety of roles, including organizing and hosting international teams and serving two years as club President. While John originally thought he would be an active member of the club community as long as his son played, his son has not played in 8 years and John is still an active member of the board. What does John love about the LRFC? He says

“rugby has a long history of strong social connections. I have made many good friends through rugby and have had the opportunity to visit a few places I probably never would have gone because of them.”

Meet the Executive – Kevin McReelis

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020

Name: Kevin McReelis
Position: Director of Game

Kevin began playing with the Lindsay Rugby Club in 1988 as a junior player and eventually moved his way through the ranks to the Men’s 1st Team. He retired from playing in 2005, but has since come back to play with the “Old Boys” team. Kevin hopes to one day share the field with his son. Over the years he has been an active member of the rugby community, serving as VP of game and being part of the committee that helped with the purchase of our current club facilities. As his son remains an active player, who Kevin enjoys watching develop in our club colours, Kevin decided to re-involve himself on the LRFC board. He feels the club has given him and the community so much, and he wanted to give back.

Kevin says “Lindsay RFC has been a big part of my life for a long time. I have met a lot of people and have made a lot of life long friends because of rugby. Lindsay is a club that accepts everyone and really knows how to make people feel welcome. Most importantly they know how to win and how to have fun doing it.”

COVID-19 Survey

Monday, June 15th, 2020

We know there is a lot of information circulating about COVID-19 and a possible return to sports. At the moment Rugby Canada and Rugby Ontario are working to figure out how we might return to rugby in this new reality. While we prepare for the possibility of a return in 2020, we want to hear from YOU! We ask that all members complete the following survey to help guide our decision making during this difficult time. We value your input and vow to keep the community’s health and safety at the forefront of all of our club’s decisions.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/7GYVBNB