The Alberta Summer Games is an exciting event that brings together young athletes from all over the province to compete in a variety of sports. Rugby is one of the sports that will be featured at the games, and we are thrilled to showcase some of the best up-and-coming rugby talent in Alberta.

Whether you are a player, coach, or fan of rugby, the Alberta Summer Games 2026 Rugby section has everything you need to know about this exciting event.

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ZONE NAMES AND COLORS

Zone 1 – Sunny South (Grey)

Zone 2 – Big Country (Brown/Maroon)

Zone 3 – Calgary (Red)

  • Tryout info (Registration Link): May 3rd @ 10:00, Calgary Rugby Union – 9025 Shepard Rd SE, Calgary, AB T2C 4R6
    • Registration closes May 1
  • Main Contact: Kim Endicott Phone: 587.897.5465 Email: kim@calgaryrugby.com

Zone 4 – Parkland (Orange)

  • Tryout info: May 27th @ Red Deer Titans – 74 Waskasoo Ave, Red Deer, AB, T4S1Y2
  • Main Contact: Dan Miekle Phone: 587.987.9152 Email: danmeikle@gmail.com

Zone 5 – Black Gold/Yellowhead (Yellow)

  • Tryout Info (Registration Link):
    • Boys: May 31st 9:00-11:00 @ Druids Rugby Club – 23360 Twp Rd 524A, Sherwood Park, AB T8A 4S7
      • Registration closes May 29th
    • Girls: June 2nd 18:00-20:00 @ St Albert Rugby Club – 51 Riel Dr, St. Albert, AB T8N 3Z3
      • Registration closes May 30th
  • Main Contact: Paul Looker Phone: 780.292.1930 Email: paul.looker@sarfc.ca

Zone 6 – Edmonton (Green)

  • Tryout info (Registration Link): TWO TRYOUTS
    • First Tryout: May 10 @ 18:00, TBD
    • Second Tryout: May 13 @ 18:00, Nor’Westers Athletic Association – 711 50 St SW, Edmonton, AB T6X 1A4
  • Main Contact: Danielle Weran Phone: 780.237.0360 Email: juniormananger@edmontonrugby.com

Zone 7 – North East (Navy Blue)

  • Tryout info: May 10 @ Cold Lake Energy Centre – 7825 51 St #1759, Cold Lake, AB T9M 0B6
    • $10 cost (Register by paying the tryout fee via e-transfer to penguins.rfc@live.com with the password “coldlake”)
  • Main Contact: Vacant

Zone 8 – Peace Country (Royal Blue)

INFO

  • Under 15 years of age as of January 1, 2026
  • Years of Birth: 2011 or 2012
  • 12 athletes per Zone (12 female athletes 12 male athletes)
  • 4 coaches or chaperones per Zone (At least one (1) coach/chaperone must be the same gender as the team)
  • 2 managers

Athletes

  • Each athlete shall compete for the Zone (or region) in which they are a permanent residence.
  • Each athlete must be a registered member of Rugby Canada/Rugby Alberta and a member club. Registration information can be found on the Rugby Canada registration site.
  • The Provincial Sport Coordinator may request approval from the Multisport Games Unit to permit individuals who are registered members of a Rugby club or league in a Zone (or region) other than that of their place of permanent residence to  compete for that Zone (or region), provided it is the only club/league in which he/she is registered with.
  • Teams will be participating for the 2026 Alberta Games competition based on the eight (8) Alberta Games Zones. For Alberta Games Eligibility Policy information please visit www.albertasummergames.ca

Coaches

  •  Each coach must be a registered member of Rugby Canada/Rugby Alberta and a member club. Registration information can be found on the Rugby Canada registration site.
  • NCCP Certification-A minimum of one (1) member per Zone of the staff registered as a coach must have fully completed all parts (Course, Online MED and Coach Evaluation) under the National Coaching Certification Program to at least Competition Introduction and World Rugby Level 1.
  • All coaches must adhere to the Rugby Alberta Screening policy.
  • All coaches, chaperones, managers and Zone reps must be at least eighteen (18) years old by the start of Games.

Cost

  • $115.00 to participate in the Alberta Games.
    • $80 paid to Alberta Sport to cover travel, accommodations, food, and tournament operations.
    • $35 paid to Rugby Alberta to cover jersey costs (players keep their ASG jerseys).
  • Any tryout or training fee charged by zones to cover their costs (see zone information above).

We will update this section with more information on the teams as the tournament draws closer, including team rosters and bios of some of the key players to watch.

GAMES & VENUE

The rugby competition at the Alberta Summer Games will take place July 17-19, hosted by the Strathcona Druids Rugby Football Club. Set in a vibrant and welcoming community, the venue offers a fantastic atmosphere for athletes and spectators alike. With quality fields, strong local support, and a proud rugby tradition, the Strathcona Druids provide an ideal setting to showcase the energy, skill, and spirit of the Games.

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