XL RUGBY CLUB & BRAMPTON RUGBY CLUB ANNOUNCE NEW ASSOCIATION  March 23^rd 2005

 Today, the Executives of the Brampton Rugby Club and the XLs Rugby Club announced an association has been negotiated between the two Clubs. Brampton RFC is a Senior Club in the Ontario Rugby Union with five senior teams and six junior teams, while the XL Club is an over 40s team drawing from across the GTA.  

Brampton President Dave Waldock welcomed the XLs RFC to their new home in Brampton on behalf of the executive and members of the Brampton Beavers Club. “ The XL’s RFC have a long and distinguished Rugby history, dating from 1975, and they have been active in all areas of the game for many, many years. Some members have been instrumental in founding GTA Rugby Clubs over the years, and we look forward to sharing their wit and wisdom at the club, whilst watching and playing Rugby together. “

Brampton, like all Rugby Clubs, needs  to have a membership which is involved and committed to the growth of the Game. And, Waldock believes that by deciding to make the Brampton Club their home, both Clubs will be stronger in the coming seasons.”

The Brampton Executive intends  to make the XL’s RFC know that they are an important part of the Brampton RFC. “They look forward to getting to know members, to enjoy watching first class Rugby, to reviving some old friendship and making new ones.”

Scott Hume of the XLs  explains that the Club’s name signifies the “age of the players, and was taken from the Roman numeral for the number 40, not from the size or appetites of the players, as is sometimes suggested.”

For many years, the XLs played their home games at Marilyn Bell Park on the Toronto lakeshore, and the local Royal Canadian Legion served as their “clubhouse”. However, several years ago, the city decided to upgrade the drainage on that property, and without further ado or discussion proceeded to dig up the field. It left the XLs homeless until this association with the Brampton Rugby Club was overwhelmingly accepted by both Clubs.

In their 30^th year of existence, the XL RFC is happy and proud to announce their association and cohabitation arrangement with Brampton RFC. By way of celebration, and to kick-off the 2005 season, a reception will be held for both Clubs at the Brampton clubhouse, on Saturday 9th April 2005

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM BRAMPTON RUGBY CLUB PRESIDENT DAVE WALDOCK

On behalf of the executive and members of the Brampton Rugby Football club it is my pleasure to welcome the XL’s Rugby Club into their new home in Brampton.

The XL’s RFC have a long distinguished Rugby history, and they have been active in all areas of the game for many, many years. We look forward to sharing their wit and wisdom at the club, whilst watching and playing Rugby together. Like all Clubs in Canada, Brampton needs to have a membership that is involved and committed to the growth of the Club. By deciding to make the Brampton Club their home I believe that we will both be stronger in the upcoming season.

It is our fervent hope that the XL’s RFC feel that they are an important part of the Brampton RFC and that they will take the time to get to know our members, enjoy watching first class Rugby, revive some old friendships and make some new ones. Once again please let me welcome you to the Dam!

David L. Waldock

President

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM SCOTT HUME XLs PRESIDENT

In 1975, a group of GTA rugby players decided to refuse to allow age to be a deterrent to their enjoyment of their sport. They had all been active in the rugby community (some instrumental in establishing major GTA clubs), and had no intention of slowing down.

Their brainstorm was to establish an over-40’s RFC to draw from clubs across the GTA. Thus the XL RFC (Toronto) was formed. The “XL” part of the name was taken from the Roman numeral for the number 40, not from the size or appetites of the players, as is sometimes suggested. They also adopted the club motto “Semper Erectus”, from the Latin meaning “Ever Upright”, or more appropriately “Always Up”. The double-entendres of this motto were not lost on anyone, and are just as valid today.

For many years, the XLs played their home games at Marilyn Bell Park on the Toronto lakeshore. The local Royal Canadian Legion served as their “clubhouse”. Several years ago, the city decided to upgrade the drainage on that property, and without further ado or discussion proceeded to dig up the field. It was under construction for many years, leaving the XLs homeless.

In 2004, the XLs decided that being homeless was less than desirable, and went on the hunt for new digs. Several alternatives were considered, including Brampton RFC. The Brampton executives and general members reacted enthusiastically to the idea of a partnership with the XL RFC, and officially offered their support at their Annual General Meeting. At our own AGM this February past, the XLs overwhelmingly voted to accept BRFC’s generous welcome.

In their 30^th year of existence, the XL RFC is happy and proud to announce their cohabitation arrangement with BRAMPTON RFC. By way of celebration, and to kick-off the 2005 season, we are inviting all XLs to attend a Spring party at the Brampton clubhouse, on Saturday April 9^th.

The XLs would also like to invite all BRFC members (and prospects) to join us for this celebration. This party will be an opportunity for all to get to know the XL members, and to discuss any interests in joining us to play, or just to socialize. NOTE: We don’t check ID … you don’t have to have reached the magic 40-year stage to be involved. Late-30’s is close enough!

PLACE:           BRAMPTON RFC CLUHOUSE

East side of Kennedy Road, North of Derry Road (North side of Brampton Battalion Arena)

TIME:              COCKTAILS AT 7:00 PM, DINNER AT 8:00 PM

PRICE:            $20 PER PERSON, DINNER INCLUDED

Tickets will be available at the door, but for planning reasons, we would like to have everyone RSVP their intentions. Please send a quick note to:  xlrugby@hotmail.com