Uni Norths Owls 04/12/2025

Big shoutout to ANU Sport for hosting an incredible night at their annual Blues Awards last week! The event once again highlighted the remarkable talent, dedication, and spirit within the ANU sporting community, and this year’s results were nothing short of outstanding. A Huge Night for the Owls The ANU Owls dominated the evening, taking home several major honours including: Team of the Year Coach of the Year Club of the Year These awards reflect an exceptional year of commitment both on and off the field, and it was great to see their hard work recognised on such a big stage. Special Congratulations to...

Uni Norths Owls 16/09/2025

The Rex Hotel came alive on Saturday, 13th September, as 200 people gathered for Owls Presentation Night 2025. Players, coaches, volunteers, families and supporters dressed to the nines for an evening of reflection, recognition and celebration after an incredible year for the Uni-Norths Owls. With a two-course dinner and entertainment throughout the night, the event capped off a season filled with silverware, milestones and representative honours. Club Awards Club Captain Award – Emerina Marsh & Jordan Thompson Best First Year Player (Men) – Uli Latukefu Best First Year Player (Women) – Elodie Galinier The Morg’s Cup (Apprentice of the Year)...

ACT Rugby 27/08/2025

Written by Brumies.Rug, courtesy of act.rugby Source article Uni-Norths Owls hooker Chris Mickelson and West Lionesses prop Jane Morrison won the Macdougall Medal and the Louise Ferris Medal respectively at this year’s ACT & SNSW Community Rugby Awards. Mickelson, 22, won the top prize in the men’s competition following a sensational season for his club, who have advanced to the Grand Final of the BentSpoke John I Dent Cup. In addition to the Macdougall Medal, Mickelson also led the John I Dent Cup in tries scored with 17, earning himself the John Hunter Memorial Trophy. Mickelson was recently named in...

Uni Norths Owls 26/08/2025

The Uni-Norths Owls are flying high after a standout night at the 2025 ACT Community Rugby Awards, walking away with a haul of individual honours, team accolades, and club achievements as the season heads into its final stretch. Leading the charge was Chris Mickelson, who capped off an incredible year by taking home the MacDougall Medal for Best and Fairest in the John I Dent Cup, alongside finishing the season as the competition’s highest try scorer with 17 tries. Chris also earned a well-deserved spot in the John I Dent Cup Team of the Year, joined by teammates Samuel Toa...

Uni Norths Owls 20/09/2024

Well that was fun!A massive thanks to our incredible community for coming together for our presentation night. We had the chance to acknowledge and award so many great achievements at the club including:Club Captain Award- Emerina Marsh & Lachlan Conyers Axelsen Family Award Supporter of the Year- Glen Croker and John Heagney Morg's Cup - Apprentice of the Year- Lachlan Nelson Best First Year- Amelia Quinn & Dylan Challita Highest Try Scorer- Charlie Brigstocke (23 tries) Highest Point Scorer- Josh Story (143 points) Player of the Final Series- Faitala Moleka & Anthony Luchetti 1st Grade- Player's Player: Josh Friend; Best & Fairest: Josh Friend, Miller Pelesasa & Sam Toa Womens...

ACT Rugby 14/08/2024

Written by Brumies.rug, courtesy of act.rugby Source articleThe Safeguard Global ACT Brumbies have crowned their best and fairest of the local competitions during their annual MacDougall Medals event tonight.Gungahlin halfback Klayton Thorn was named the 2024 MacDougall Medalist after a scintillating season wth the Eagles, guiding them to finals as they hope to go back to back in the Bentspoke John I Dent Cup this season.After missing some of the midseason due to injury, Thorn says he "didn't think [he] was half a chance," despite still accumulating enough points to take home the top prize.A humble winner, he gave credit...

Uni Norths Owls 12/09/2023

Uni-Norths Owls Presentation Night | Celebrating Excellence in Club Rugby The Uni-Norths Owls Rugby Club came together on a memorable evening in 2023 to celebrate their achievements, honour outstanding players and individuals, and reflect on another successful rugby season. The club's Presentation Night, meticulously organised and executed, showcased the true spirit of club rugby and the camaraderie that defines the Owls. Let's take a closer look at the highlights of this unforgettable night. Setting the Stage The evening began with the meticulous setup of the presentation room at The Rex Hotel. Our organisers ensured that everything was in place to...

Uni Norths Owls 26/08/2023

Phil Doyle Becomes ACT Rugby Union Hall of Fame Recipient Phil Doyle's contributions to community rugby made him a worthy recipient for the ACT & Southern NSW Rugby Union Hall of Fame, as presented by Craig Leseberg, General Manager of ACT Rugby at World in Union event yesterday. We congratulate Phil on this wonderful achievement and take a look through the career and commitment to club rugby that has contributed to his being awarded this prestigious accolade. Rugby Union is more than just a sport; it's a community built on dedication, passion, and the pursuit of excellence. Within this community,...

Michael Axelsen 06/10/2022

OWLS Presentation Night 2022 At the OWLS Presentation Night held at the Canberra Rex (a familiar haunt to the players & supporters of the 1960s and 70s) on the 17 September 200 people crowded in and eagerly anticipated the ever popular awards presentation. The Laurie Fisher Medal has been the major player award for many years for both men & women players however this year the Committee sprung a surprise. The Vikki Fischer Medal for the best women's player was unveiled. Vikki was there to present the award to the best and fairest and was taken aback by the standing ovation...