Posts by Dominic Margetson
Congrats Oliver as another Eastside Lions moves to college rugby
The club is proud of all those players who develop at Eastside Lions however its especially rewarding when they progress to college rugby. Congratulations to Oliver Dyrhsen who has just signed with Central Washington University to play rugby. This is the 17th player in the last three years to play rugby at the next level.…
Read More3 tips for players to stay active during the corona virus pandemic
Hopefully everyone is hunkered down at home and staying safe. Over this period we are asking our coaches and rugby community to share exercise plans and activities to keep our players motivated. To get started here are three… Tip One: 30 minutes a day – Agree an exercise routine that includes at least 30 minutes…
Read MoreRugby Washington confirmed Spring Season Cancelled
For the health and safety of players and their families, Rugby Washington have cancelled the Spring 2020 season. USA Rugby has also cancelled all Spring competitions. The Eastside Lions Youth Rugby coaches and board are working through options however we will post recommendations on how our players can keep active while under lockdown. Stay safe and…
Read MorePractices and Games Cancelled until March 28th
Hello Lions Community, I wanted to confirm what is happening with Lions Rugby and the Washington State Rugby. We are following the lead of our state and schools are suspending any rugby activities for at least two weeks. RugbyWA is doing the same thing; there will be no matches at least through March 28th. As a…
Read MoreParents meeting, the season ahead, and slides
Thank you to all those that attended the parents day. We are thrilled with the conversations and your support . For those that missed it please find the slides here. The auction and celebration is on 14th March. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Read MoreYounger Lions, are you ready to start your Rugby training?
The Under 12’s start training Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5.30pm to 7.00pm at the Hidden Valley Sports Park Field 1. The Under 10’s and under 8’s start their training on Tues 18th Feb from 5.30pm to 7.00pm at the Hidden Valley Sports Park Field 1 Click here to find out what you should bring.
Read MoreLions Roar Auction 2020
Thrilled to announce the Eastide Lions Youth Rugby “LIONS ROAR AUCTION 2020” is taking place on Saturday, 14th March, 2020. This year the auction will take place at Mercer Island Community Center from 6.30pm. The annual auction is the main fundraiser for our club, all proceeds from which go to supporting our youth players. It…
Read MoreTraining start dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays. Meet the teams and try for free
High school and Under 14 boys and Girls teams start at Newport High school on Tuesday 7th January 6-8pm. Under 12 (Co-ed) starts at Hidden Valley Sports Park field 1 on 4th February 5.30-7pm Under 10 and Under 8 (Co-ed) start at Hidden Valley Sports Park field 1 on 18th February from 5.30-7pm.
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