2022 Touch Rugby Tournament

John Cannon, who was described as one of the best rugby players to have ever come out of Abbotsford, passed away on March 19th 2016 at the age of 35. John began playing rugby in high school, first playing rugby at WJ Mouat Secondary and then for Abbotsford Senior, where he graduated from in 1998. He first represented Canada on an Under-17 tour to England in 1996 at the age of 15.

John was not only respected on the field for his skill, toughness, and tenacity but also off the field for his caring nature and love of life. Having progressed through the Canadian pathway of rugby development, John was well aware of the financial commitment required to play rugby for British Columbia and Canada. It had long been John’s dream to set up a fund to assist Abbotsford rugby players in pursuing representative rugby. This grant is a lasting reminder of John’s desire to give back to the game that gave him so much.

• John Cannon Memorial Fund Grant 2022 - Cover Letter
• John Cannon Memorial Fund Grant 2022 - Application Form

2021 Touch Rugby Tournament

With life finally getting back to normal and COVID restrictions lifting we are able to have our John Cannon Touch Tournament! It will be held on August 7th at Bateman Park (field 3, closest to the parking lot). It will be a day full of everyone who loves the game of Rugby just as much as John did. 

• Team Registration: $30/ player
• Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for team registration
• Deadline to register will be August 2, 2021 

Will be regular touch rugby rules, co-ed, 6 a side, each team must have one female and one old boy (35+) on the field at all times. Following the games we will keep the good times going as the clubhouse will stay open at night so everyone can have some more beers and laughs.

No better event for all of us to get back together! It has been a long time coming 😊 Bring the whole family and let's all enjoy the game!

2019 Touch Rugby Tournament Recap