Assassins Academy is here!

Starting mid-May and running through the summer and fall, this program is built for U16–U18 athletes who want more. More reps. More development. More competition.

Stay involved in rugby beyond your high school season while sharpening your skills and competing alongside like-minded athletes — all under the guidance of our Youth Head Coach, Caleb Stick.

This is the next step for athletes who aren’t quite at the senior level yet but are ready to push their game forward in a high-performance environment.

Opportunities for tournaments will be discussed, and many skilled Assassins athletes and coaches will be assisting throughout the program to support player development.

🔹 Build your skills
🔹 Compete at a higher level
🔹 Stay game-ready year-round

For more information, contact Caleb at cpstick@gmail.com

Another High School Academy Day in the books

Snow and cold couldn’t slow us down as a record-breaking 150 athletes hit the field and made it an unforgettable day of rugby. The energy, compete level, and commitment from these athletes proved that nothing stops this group.

Huge thanks to the players, coaches, parents, referees, and Rugby Manitoba for making it all happen. Special shoutout to the referee clinic crew for keeping things running smooth and safe all day long.

Big appreciation to Boston Pizza St. Vital and Tim Hortons for keeping everyone fuelled, and to our Assassins players and coaches who continue to show up and give back.

A massive thank you to Brendan Kowal for organizing a day that keeps getting bigger every year.

Most importantly — this day stays completely free for athletes, thanks to the continued support from our community and the Assassins Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament.

Premier Women’s Historic Championship Run!

The Women’s team continued their dominant reign, capturing their 6th consecutive championship with an impressive 35–19 victory over the Brumbies. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and heart of everyone involved. A huge shoutout to our coaches Jarett, Cody, and Caleb for their tireless time and commitment, and to our athletic trainers for keeping the squad in top shape both on and off the field. We are incredibly grateful to our amazing sponsors, whose support allows our club to continue building championship teams, and to our friends and family who show up and support us every step of the way. Congratulations, ladies — champions once again!

Mid-Season Break Recap

We’ve hit the mid-season break, and what a first half it’s been for the Assassins! For the first time in club history, all three teams—Premier Women, Premier Men and Div 2 Men—are heading into the break undefeated. A huge testament to the off-season work, commitment at training, and the depth and drive shown on the pitch every week.

The Premier Women have dominated with confidence and cohesion, playing some of their best rugby to date. The Premier Men came out firing from game one, proving their power and pace against every opponent. The Div 2 Men have blended youth and experience to put together a gritty, unbeaten run of their own.

As we rest and reset before the back half of the season, the energy is high and the standard is set.

We’re always looking to add more players—men and women of all levels are welcome! Whether you’re brand new or looking to get back into it, now’s a great time to come out. Practice times and location can be found under the Schedule tab!

Assassins Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament – Teeing Off for a Cause

Another unforgettable day on the course! The Assassins Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament brought together players, alumni, friends and supporters for a perfect mix of laughs, drives and community spirits—all in support of youth rugby!

Held at Wildwood Golf Course, this year’s tournament once again raised vital funds to support our High School Academy Day and Youth Rugby Program—helping us keep rugby affordable, accessible, and open to all.

A massive thank you to this year’s generous sponsors and prize donors, whose support made the day extra special:

  • The David Media Company
  • Bill Worb Furs
  • Payworks
  • MLT Aikins
  • La Salle Insurance
  • Turnbull-Whitaker Insurance
  • The Riverside – Our amazing Food Sponsor
  • Tri-Star Traffic, Alumni John Scott, and TransCanada Brewing Co. – Prize Donors

And of course, shoutout to our dedicated exec team and volunteers who brought it all together

To everyone who joined us—whether you were out there swinging, volunteering, or just soaking in the good vibes—thank you for making this another successful year. We’ll see you on the green in 2026!

2025 Youth Rugby Recap – Building the Game from the Ground Up!

This season’s Youth Rugby Program was a massive success, with outstanding numbers and energy across all age groups! Head Coach Caleb Stick, alongside assistants David Letain an alumni Joel Verville, led the charge in creating a fun, safe and exciting rugby environment for our youngest players to grow and thrive.

Our U8 Flag Rugby group came out in full force with amazing turnout and energy every week, while our U14 Intro to Contact squad took huge strides learning the fundamentals of the game and building confidence on the pitch. Seeing so many young athletes take to the sport with enthusiasm was a clear sign: the future of rugby is looking bright!

We also saw a strong participation during the Rugby Jamborees hosted by Rugby Manitoba, where our youth players got to showcase their skills and experience the rugby community in full force.

A huge thank you to the parents who showed up week after week, supporting their kids and giving them the chance to try something new. And of course, our deepest gratitude to the Assassins Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament—whose fundraising efforts help keep costs low so every child can experience rugby without financial barriers. Because rugby should be for everyone!

Here’s to growing the game, one little Assassin at a time!

High School Season Recap – The Next Generation is Coming in Strong

What a season for our High School Assassins! From the first kickoff to the final whistle, these young athletes showed grit, growth, and a whole lot of heart. Whether it was their first year lacing up cleats or their last ride before moving on to club rugby, each player brought something special to the field.

Our boys and girls teams came out swinging this year—competing hard, learning fast and leaving everything out there on the pitch. Wins, losses and everything in between, they played with pride and represented the Assassins name well.

A big shoutout to the players for committing week after week, balancing school, sports and showing up ready to work. Massive thanks to the coaches and families who brought them all season long.

And of course—to our graduating athletes: your journey is just beginning. We can’t wait to see many of you out playing in the blue and white soon. This is Toughness, Character & Tradition.

2025 High School Academy Day — Building the Future of Rugby

Our annual High School Academy Day was another amazing success, bringing together a group of eager young athletes ready to grow their rugby skills and passion for the game. Hosted by the Assassins, the day featured hands-on skills training, game-play scenarios and coaching from some of the club’s top players and alumni’s—giving students a real look at what rugby can offer beyond high school.

What makes this day even more special is that it’s completely free for all participating athletes, thanks to the generous support of the Assassins Alumni Memorial Golf Tournament. Through this fundraising event, we’re able to cover the costs of turf rental, provide meals for lunch, and gift every participant with some awesome free Assassin merch. It’s our way of ensuring that no student misses out on this opportunity because of financial barriers.

A huge thank you goes out to all our volunteers, coaches and club members who helped bring the day to life, especially our YDO Brendan Kowal, who gives so much to the youth program! To our alumni and tournament supporters who generosity continues to make lasting impact on youth rugby!

We’re proud to help grow the next generation of players—and can’t wait to see many of them out of the pitch wearing Assassin colours in the future!

2025 TRIVIA NIGHT RECAP!

This year’s Trivia Night at the Pyramid Cabaret was another huge success, drawing over 125 attendees, including current players, alumni, friends, and family—all coming together in support of the Assassins.

The night was filled with laughs, friendly competition, and some serious trivia brainpower. In the end, The Ryan Martin Experience took home the title of Trivia Maters! Shoutout to alumni Nola Le-Ba for scoring the door prize, and to Duncan McLeod for flexing his trivia skills in the side games. Congrats to all our raffle and 50/50 winners as well!

A massive thank you to our executive team and volunteers who helped make the night run smoothly, and to the amazing local businesses who donated prizes for our silent auction—your support means everything. And of course, thank you to Quiz Masters for one again delivering an engaging and entertaining evening!

Save the Date: 2026 Trivia Night—Early March!

Club Update – It’s time for Playoffs!

Summer is coming to an end and teams only have a few more games to play!

Our Premier Men’s team won their semi-final game against the Wombats, earning them a spot in the provincial final where they’ll play the Eastman Warriors.

Our Women’s Premier team continues their undefeated streak, heading into playoffs in first place! They’ll play the Wasps in semi-finals at 4:30PM this Saturday, September 14.

Our Men’s Div 2 team have completed their regular season with 9 wins and 1 loss, securing them first place in the standings. They’ll play the Wasps at 2:30PM this Saturday, September 14.

Come out to support your Assassins as they make their way to the finals!