Cowichan Rugby Football Club

06/19/2026

This tournament is 40% booked already, so enter your team now to guarantee a spot on the day! cowichanrugby.ca/50years

06/17/2026

06/15/2026

The Cowichan Rugby Football Club is deeply saddened to share that Gudmund Gudmundseth has passed away at the age of 81.
Gudy was one of the club’s early members, joining in the 1960s. He went on to become one of the most influential figures in the club’s history. A fearsome and uncompromising prop, he played the game with a hard edge and a physical presence that made him a standout in the front row and a player few ever forgot. He was the first CRFC player to represent Canada on the international stage, also representing British Columbia many times.
Gudy’s impact on Cowichan Rugby extended far beyond the pitch. From the club’s earliest days, he was instrumental in shaping its future, playing a key role in the acquisition of the Herd Road grounds and helping to secure a home for generations of Cowichan players, families, and supporters who have since called Piggy Park their own. He took immense pride in the acquisition of the ScrumMaster, maintaining it and coaching the forwards on it from day one.
Gudy served in many other roles, including club president, coach, barman, and bus driver. Alongside others, he was instrumental in the club’s highly successful bingo program, which generated significant funds that directly supported major improvements, including pitch development and broader club modernization. This legacy places him among the most important figures in our history.
Off the field, Gudy and Angie helped define Cowichan’s long-standing reputation as a welcoming and generous hosting club. Whether organizing events, contributing countless hours, or simply showing up with prawns and seafood for visiting teams and club gatherings, he embodied the spirit of the rugby community in every sense.
Gudy is survived by his wife, Angie; his children & grandchildren; Louis, Maggie & Carly; Andrew & Sarah, Landon, Mason & Ava; Janet and Andrew Koza, Leni & Jack.
Whether known as Gudy or G-Man, he was a constant presence across generations of Cowichan Rugby: player, leader, builder, and character in the fullest sense of the word—the quintessential Cowichan Rugby Club man.
On behalf of the entire Cowichan Rugby family, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, teammates, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rest in Peace our Valhalla Viking Warrior

Thank you to the McGeachy family for creating this beautiful tribute.

06/03/2026

💰 Win up to $10,000 💰
We're running a special 50/50 for our 50th Anniversary!
🎫 rafflebox.ca/raffle/cowichan-rugby50

05/31/2026

You're invited!!
What a better reason to celebrate then 50 years of owning our own place!
Visit cowichanrugby.ca/50years for more details!

05/30/2026

Did you know you can play touch rugby every Thursday night for free and no one gives a ruck if you show up or not?! Drop in Thursday at 7pm!

05/26/2026

In case you missed it, the May raffle is live! Draw date is Thursday night at 8pm so make sure you buy your tickets ASAP!! We've had three big winners so far, thus week could be YOU 🫵
💻 cowichanrugby.ca/raffle

05/21/2026

Open to anyone! All Parents or Guardians of current Junior Rugby Members are eligible to vote at the meeting. There are a number of positions that need filled for next season - if you have an interest in helping the program next year, this meeting is for you!!

05/15/2026

🚜 Things that happen quietly around here...

On Wednesday, Gregor (Facilities) and Mossy had Jerry Kusters and Mr. Kloosterman at Herd Rd with their tractors. One sanding, one loading, and one aerating made quick work of what could be a long and expensive job if it weren't for our volunteers and friends!!
Thank you to those who keep our fields in such great shape!

🤔 Did you know that sometimes, in extremely wet weather, our field is the only one open on the entire island? We get a lot of calls on those weekends 😁 and we're always happy to accommodate games!!

05/05/2026

🟢 Cowichan has always been green, and now it’s official⚡
We’re excited to announce that we've gone solar!

Greencoast Power donated a large portion of the installation cost and coordinated the full project, including securing a significant rebate through BC Hydro’s Self-Generation Program.
Green on the field. Green on the roof. That’s the Cowichan way. 🌿☀️
We can’t thank the team at Greencoast Power enough for their incredible generosity and support of our club and community.