The first recommendation is that men's rugby will officially be returning as
a varsity sport at RMC for the fall of 2005.  In accordance with the
strategic direction of RMC, the rugby team will be competing against other
Canadian universities and the intent is to enter Ontario University
Athletics (OUA).

RMC has a storied history in men's rugby, as the sport has been played at RMC since the 1880's.  RMC has won 11 national championships since 1911 in
men's rugby.  Rugby was re-introduced to RMC this past September as an intramural sport and was very popular with cadets.  Rugby requires a high level of physical fitness and teamwork and is an ideal activity for the
students at RMC.



 

The second recommendation was to cease operation of the varsity shooting
team due to a variety of factors, most importantly the continuing technical
problems with the RMC indoor shooting range. Officer cadets will continue to have an opportunity to shoot both pistol and rifle annually through their
regular military training.  Selected officer cadets also participate in a week long small arms coaching course that emphasizes the supervisory aspects
of shooting.  The work and dedication of everyone involved with the pistol and rifle teams over the years are
appreciated by the College.

Overall, we are very pleased with the structure and success of our varsity
programs, and we look forward to another season of competitive action next
year!

W.N. Peters
Col
A/Cmdt