Rafey Sattar
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Coach Murphy provides words of Wisdom
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“I was playing multiple sports, but never found that sport that I was drawn to, like it was ingrained in my DNA,” said Coach Phil Murphy. Being able to play on a rugby team ignited the spark and passion Murphy carries to this day. “I remember coming off the field my very first time playing…
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Golden Hawks Soar over Paladins in 85-3 victory on Senior Day
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In a display of rugby dominance, Laurier Golden Hawks showed an array of offensive prowess by winning 85-3 over the visiting Royal Military College (RMC) Paladins on Saturday’s Senior Day. Coming off last week’s blowout win against the York Lions, Laurier carried the momentum over to secure back-to-back wins. The match was an offensive masterclass…
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Laurier women’s rugby fall to Warriors in Battle of Waterloo
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The Golden Hawks women’s rugby team hosted the Waterloo Warriors in the Battle of Waterloo while also holding Senior Day celebrations. Emotions were high for all players as the game marked the last regular season home appearance for the Hawks, and potentially the final time the graduating athletes play in front of their supporters. Both…
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Gryphons take OUA Championship rematch against Golden Hawks men’s rugby
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The home and season opener for the Golden Hawks men’s rugby team saw them go head-to-head against division rivals the Guelph Gryphons. The Hawks were looking to get even with the Gryphons after losing the OUA Championship game last season. The Hawks defence stunned from the first whistle. Guelph pushed the Hawks deep into their…
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Laurier rugby player Matt Fish and alumnus Andrew Quattrin represented Rugby Canada on Canadian All-Stars team
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Two Laurier rugby players were given the chance to perform on a national stage as they represented Rugby Canada on the Canadian All-Stars team in Glendale, Colorado. “I think it’s outstanding, I think it’s great for the program. Full credit goes to those individuals: sure we help them with strength and condition but I’m very…
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The implications of head injuries
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Examining concussion policy and injury protocol at Laurier after men’s rugby player opens up
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Playing after the final whistle
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A look at training for Laurier’s varsity teams in the offseason
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Rugby coach says goodbye
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On May 5, Wilfrid Laurier University’s athletics and recreation department announced men’s rugby head coach Rob McQueen will not be returning for the 2014-2015 season. Since joining the program in 2010, McQueen has compiled a 3-27 record with the club, with a winless season this past year. “We went to our student athlete evaluation process,…
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