Season 2026 is promising to be a beauty for the mighty Lions! 

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Preseason training will commence at the club gym facilities at Canberra High from 11 November with sessions every Tuesday and Thursday from 5.45pm-7.15pm with gym and skills sessions.

 

Official preseason will commence on Tuesday 20 January at Canberra High oval on Halloran Close and Thursday 22 February at Weetangera oval on Southwell St from 6pm.

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About us:

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Wests Rugby plays in the Premier Club competition in Canberra, playing across all six grades, including Colts (under 20's) and Women's team.

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Our Rugby program is over-seen by Level four Rugby coaches in Head Coach Andrew Shaw and Director of Rugby Operations Craig Robberds, who are supported by an experienced and sociable coaching staff, including an extremely comprehensive strength & conditioning program for players seeking to improve their rugby to the next level. Our women's program is led by the experienced Karl McGrath.

 

Our structure and culture allows for players of all abilities to enjoy and improve on their rugby skills, while providing an excellent social environment to allow anyone involved in the club to have a great time.

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Please note: 

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Gym sessions from 5.30-7pm on Monday's and Wednesday's from 19 January for our men's and women's squads.

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Get in contact with Craig Robberds our Director of Rugby Operations - craigrobberds@westsrugby.com.au to start playing for Wests!

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