Barbarians Rugby

Founded in 2018 by Blackthorn Hall of Famer Allan Corless the mixed ability model encourages social inclusion by mixing "able-bodied" volunteers, coaches or tutors who act as facilitators/helpers to guide players on the pitch. 

Mixed ability sport is not about classifying levels of ability and separating disabled players into different tiers.

Mixed ability sport is the inclusion of all players! Offering support and involvement are encouraged by all, on and off the field.

2024  Agenda
Spring 
First Practice - Monday, March 11th
Media match confirmed - Saturday, April 20th 
Washington DC confirmed - Saturday, May 4th (Potential bus?)
Mac and Cheese competition - Date TBD - (Artifact, The Patio, Newtown Brewery?)
Final Practice - Monday, May 20th 
Summer
Trenton Thunder - Thursday, June 6th - Fireworks to follow!
Lake Placid Rugby Tourney - July 27th/28th - "Canadian Jacks" - Ottawa TO BE CONFIRMED- Tentative for now
BBQ party at Allan's crib- end of August
Fall
First practice - Monday, September 9th
October 26th/25th - Blackthorn Barbarians 5th Anniversary - First annual Monster Mash! (Chili/wing competition)
MKS - Saturday November 9th or 16th (TBD with Men's Club)
Final practice - Monday, November 18th

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