Strathcona Druids Rugby Football Club
23360 TownshipRd 524A T8A 4S7 Sherwood Park, AB, Canada

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-The Judy Seddon Memorial Scholarship- Judy Seddon has been the ultimate ambassador for rugby for close to four decades. Her early playing days were with the Edmonton Coven Women’s Rugby Club, where she was part of the initial surge of women’s rugby in Alberta. Her support for women’s rugby continued throughout her life as an ambassador and firm voice in the advancement of the women’s game. As the backbone of the Alberta rugby community, Judy volunteered for the Edmonton Rugb...y Union, Rugby Alberta, and Rugby Canada. She has held numerous positions over the years such as the Edmonton Rugby Union registrar, website manager, statistician, fundraising chair, Vice President of the Ellerslie Rugby Park Board and Rugbyfest Treasurer and Chair. If there was a rugby event taking part in Alberta, it was likely Judy was there and even more likely that she was helping out with the event in some capacity. Judy is affectionally referred to as ‘Rugby Mom’ and her unwavering commitment, passion and dedication to registration, administration, and many other facets of growing the sport of rugby have gone above and beyond what would ever be expected from a volunteer position. Her efforts have been recognized by multiple organizations, including by the Edmonton Rugby Union as the Most Valuable Administrator and Hall of Fame Inductee, by Rugby Canada as the 2017 Volunteer of the Year, and by the Governor General of Canada with the award of the 2018 Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. Judy’s leadership was unquestionable, as well as her strong will and sense of diplomacy to get the job done. Judy’s commitment and passion for the game will be missed, but the legacy she leaves will continue to inspire the community to dedicate themselves to the game in her honour. This scholarship will be awarded annually to a young woman who is involved in rugby in Alberta as an athlete, referee, coach or volunteer, selected on the basis of community service and academics, who is or will be enrolled in a post-secondary institution. To donate please visit the link: https://canadianrugbyfoundation.ca//judy-seddon-memorial-/ Link to Judy 's Obituary: https://www.pineboxfunerals.ca//p/5ed8009883053d6fe6371b00

Only two weeks left to get your delicious Easter treats and help support the club! Please share with friends and family! https://fundraising.purdys.com/1310887-82593 After you’ve signed in, you can purchase your chocolates and invite others to join and support our Fundraising Campaign. ... Deadline for orders is March 17th with pickup on March 27th at the Clubhouse with specific times to be announced closer to the date. If this day does not work please contact Chris Franklyn to make alternare arrangements. All payments will be made online through the link. We will not be accepting cash or cheque. Thank you for the support!! #itsagreatdaytobeadruid

Attention to the DRUIDS FAMILIES, Ladies and gents, As most of you are aware, one of the most important people in the Edmonton rugby family, Judy, is unfortunately coming to the end of a long hard battle with cancer. ... Whilst we can't collectively get together to celebrate everything she has done for us and everything she means to us, we can show her how many people she has touched. To that end, this Saturday, beginning at 1PM, we're going to organize a convoy of cars to drive past her house and get to wave to Judy and maybe a few friendly honks, to at least show her how many of us she's had an impact on. Its not much, but hopefully its a gesture to show her, Gerald, Luke and Karla, just how much she's done for all of us. The pertinent details: - Date: Saturday, 27 Feb. - Time: 1-2PM - Location: 4707 10A Ave, Edmonton. - Dress: Rugby Jersey, or Suitable alternative *UPDATE: To help get everyone organized, we'll meet at the parking lot of Crawford Plains School ( 4210 12 Ave NW, Edmonton) and depart from there at 1PM* Come out and help say goodbye to a woman who has given so much of her spirit and time to the community and sport we all love. For more details, please get in touch with Carmen Maday ( 7809831773) or myself (9028188476)

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The Strathcona Druids Rugby Club is located in Sherwood Park, Alberta. Currently the club has 3 senior men’s teams and one senior women's team, as well as a thriving mini-youth rugby program. In the role of Skills & Conditioning Coach, this candidate will oversee all preseason training activities. The purpose of this position is to lead the fundamental skills and development of players who are part of all Druid senior teams (Men & Women), so that players can reach their full ...potential as rugby players prior to the start of the season. Indoor training sessions will begin every Tuesday evening starting February 2nd, 2020. This position will communicate with head coaches on player development, but report directly to the VP of Men’s / Women's Rugby. Responsibilities The Skills & Conditioning Coach will provide structured training sessions, direct planning and delivery of a periodic integrated skills and conditioning plan to all players, while also focusing on sustaining a successful and positive environment for all senior players. Specific duties the candidate will need to: Design structured training sessions to prepare all players for the upcoming rugby season Provide skills & conditioning planning for all sessions and attend all preseason as required Provide skills and conditioning guidance and support for all players as required Provide advice and guidance on suitable recovery techniques and hydration to players Qualifications Previous senior rugby skills & conditioning coaching experience is required. The candidate must have at a minimum Level 1 NCCP qualifications. If the successful candidate doesn’t possess this level of certifications, they must enrol in the upcoming courses. Applicants must be local to the Edmonton region. This is a volunteer fixed term position. How to Apply Interested candidates should email a current coaching resume to [Email hidden]. More details regarding the position can be provided upon application to the position. Applications close January 8th, 2021

Way to go Tori!! #LadyDragons

Fancy yourself a bit of a carpenter or love DIY projects? Fields and Facilities has a project for you! As many of you know, we’ve recently cut trails in the little forest north of the clubhouse and set down x-country ski tracks. We have received overwhelming thanks and support from our members and the community in response!! We have decided to spruce up the trails a bit more and add some benches scattered throughout the trails and fields. We had great success with the table ...challenge a few years ago and we feel we can get some unique pieces if we let the people’s imaginations run free!! We would love to have all donated benches ready to go for spring If you would like to participate in this challenge please contact Jack Thompson at [email protected] #itsagreatdaytobeadruid #buildabench #strathconadruidsrfc #edmontonrugby #albertarugby #onecluboneteam