Pot Bellied Pigs RFC Hong Kong

11/05/2026

Maharlikans, Dinosaurs & Pot Bellied Pigs victorious in 6th Hong Kong Fat Boy 10s

Hong Kong, 2 May 2026.

More than 450 players and spectators from Hong Kong, Macau, the Greater Bay Area, and mainland China converged on King's Park in Tsim Sha Tsui for the sixth Fat Boy 10s Hong Kong, an annual rugby tournament hosted by the Pot Bellied Pigs RFC. It is the only rugby tournament in Hong Kong to run men's, women's, veterans', and domestic helper competitions side by side. The tournament also raised over HK$100,000 for charitable causes and rugby development in Hong Kong and across Asia.

The Maharlikans defeated HSBC's Wayfoong to win the men's competition and claim the Jed 'The Jedi' Thian Memorial Cup. The Discovery Bay Dinosaurs were, for the third year in a row, women's champions, defeating the Flying Pigs and were awarded the Mary Jane Turbo Memorial Cup. The host club provided the day's defining moment in the vet’s competition, where the Pot Bellied Pigs, under the captaincy of Olly Arthey, defeated SCAA CWB Rugby to lift the cup for the first time in several years. Titanic Pink won the helpers tournament, with the HK Scottish Dolphins taking 2nd place. Other participating clubs included Hong Kong Football Club, Sandy Bay, Hong Kong University, The Flying Kukris, Valley Mustangs, and barbarian players from Macau, the Greater Bay Area, the Philippines, and Fiji.

Event organiser and Club President Andrew Green said: "The calibre of the rugby, the charitable outcome, and the spirit in which the game was played were all world-class. Running four competitions side by side is genuinely difficult to organise, but it's the format that defines this tournament, and we wouldn't have it any other way." The match officials were led by Gabriel Lee-Lehner, whose international coaching background brought a standard of refereeing that participants and spectators alike singled out for praise. The Pot-Bellied Pigs thank long-standing sponsors DHL and AIC, Hong Kong China Rugby, for their continued support of the club and its activities, the staff at King's Park, referees, and volunteers who tirelessly support behind the scenes.

Club Chairman John Hamilton said: "The Pot Bellied Pigs have always been a club that takes the rugby seriously and takes itself lightly. The Fat Boy 10s captures both halves of that, and I think that's why it's so successful. We're a touring club at heart, and the tournament is our way of giving back. The loyalty of our Friends of the Piggies, year after year, is what makes this club what it is."

The seventh edition of the Fat Boy 10s Hong Kong Edition is already in planning for 2027.

About the Pot Bellied Pigs RFC:
Founded in 1997, the Pot Bellied Pigs are a Hong Kong-based social and touring rugby club committed to promoting the sport, supporting rugby and community participation, and raising funds for charitable causes across Hong Kong and Asia.

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Anson Bailey

02/05/2026

KO for the Fat Boy 10s Hong Kong 2026!

27/04/2026

See you this Saturday at Kings Park for the Fat Boy 10s Hong Kong! You know it makes sense!

24/04/2026

https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/news/sport/rugby-jedi-commentator-jed-thian-dies-in-thailand-family-s-heartbreak-as-fans-share-memories/

Jed Thian, known to fans as the Rugby Jedi, has died in Thailand.

30/03/2026

Piggie Dates to Remember:
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APRIL 17: Bali Memorial Game at HK Football Club, midday KO with curry and beers after!
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MAY 2: Fat Boy 10s Hong Kong at Kings Park, all day! Team sheets are almost full but let us know of your interest, maybe we can accommodate!
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SEPTEMBER 5: Fat Boy 10s Philippines at Challenger Air Field, Clark, our triumphant return! It's more fun in the Philippines!
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28/01/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT POT BELLIED PIGS
MANILA 10s TOUR | 21 MARCH

Gentle Piggies!

The Potbellied Pigs are organising a team / tour to the Manila 10s on 21 March , staying at the Royal Bellagio Hotel

One-day tournament, social rugby, and the perfect way to kick-start into the end of season & the 7s .

Confirmed teams so far are Kowloon, KL Tigers, and Manila Nomads, with up to 6 teams expected. Valley and Typhoons are supporting this as an unofficial tour for them.

The Pigs have not played an international tournament for over a year, so this is a great opportunity to become a new member!

Special Manila offer – HK$500 ALL INCLUDES:

* Tournament entry fee

* Full Pot Bellied Pigs membership (Jan–Dec)

* Piggy rugby shirt

The membership alone is normally HK$500, so this is exceptional value. Strike while the iron is hot and sign up.

Important reminder:

The Pot Bellied Pigs RFC does a lot of Charitable work and all funds raised go towards:

* Medical missions supporting those unable to afford care

* Supporting and developing rugby across South East Asia

* Contributions to various charitable causes

* Running and sustaining the club responsibly.

You know it makes sense...

DM to the Piggies:

John Hamilton
Olly Arthey
Anson Bailey
Andrew Green
Andrew Lupton
Bonson Ng
Jeremy Yong
Alun Grassick
Gregory Christison
Matthew Adams
Illiana Frances Bodnár-Linssner
Alexander Kaymer
Alex Fraser
Patrick Kirby

29/07/2025

Hi Piggies and Piggie fans –

I regret to inform you that we have decided to postpone the Fat Boy 10s Tournament in the Philippines to a later date to be announced soon. On behalf of the Potbellied Pigs Committee and the Fat Boy 10s Tournament Directors, I apologize for the inconvenience caused.

As you are probably aware, the Fat Boy 10s is a charity tournament that we have run since 2004. We are very careful to ensure that the event can be run at a profit, so that we can continue supporting our chosen charities and partners. As of this moment, we must admit that our ability to make a profit on the Sept 6 date as planned was at risk. There are some new obstacles and challenges to overcome this year, and luck has not always been on our side. Therefore, we will step back, re-plan, find ways to reduce risk, and announce the event at a later date which we are confident will be successful.

We very much appreciate our sponsors, fans, partners, officials and participating teams and we will keep you informed of our plans so that you all can plan as well.

Thank you!

John Hamilton
Chairman
Pot Bellied Pigs RFC

26/06/2025

The White Stag in Wan Chai is where the Piggies will meet for B&I Lions matches! Come on down! You know it makes sense.

13/05/2025

11/05/2025

A massive thank you to SCMP for featuring the Fat Boy 10s – Hong Kong Edition! 🏉🐷

What a day it was — hot, lively, and packed with over 400 players, friends, and families soaking up the sunshine and rugby spirit at King’s Park!

Congratulations to all of our winning teams:

MEN’S OPEN
🥇Cup Winners - HK Maharlikans
🥈Runners up - PhooUni Froths Typhoons RFC University Rugby Football Club - URFC

WOMEN’S OPEN
🥇Cup Winners- Dinosaurs
🥈Runners up - University Unicorns

VETS
🥇Cup Winners - Valley RFC
🥈Runners up - DB Pirates
🏅Plate winners - Pot Bellied Pigs RFC Hong Kong

⭐ This marks our first our first plate win in years! ⭐️

From competitive matches to cold drinks, laughter and fun - it was the social rugby tournament of the season!

Thank you to our sponsors DHL Rugby, AIC and Tanner De Witt, as well as to everyone who made it such a special day!

30/04/2025

The Fat Boy 10s is back on May 10th at King’s Park, Kowloon — and the Pot Bellied Pigs RFC are looking for rugby players to join our Men’s and Women’s piggy teams!

Whether you want to maintain your fitness in the off season, keep your skills sharp or just play for fun, we want you! All skill levels welcome — the more the merrier. 💪 🍻

🗓️ EVENT DETAILS
Kick-off: 9:30am
Date: Saturday, 10th May
Location: King’s Park, Kowloon�
***Signing up is mandatory, please DM to get involved***

Hosted by the Piggies and Hong Kong China Rugby - expect a full day of rugby, family fun, cold beers, chilled wine, great food, face painting for kids and a DJ 🎧 🎵 — all for great causes:

RUGBY & CHARITY
On the day we will be raising money to support: �💙 Grassroots rugby in Hong Kong, Philippines and Laos�💊 Funding medical missions in the Philippines - delivering essential healthcare to underprivileged communities in the Philippines.

Join our community, play some rugby and help us make a difference!