Club Annoucements
Vale Life Member James “Jim” Alexander Ferguson
29 November 1940 - 27 January 2026 The recent passing of Jim Ferguson was sad and unexpected. Jim has maintained a strong work ethic for his entire life, remaining an active advocate for sport in the ACT and for Australia. Jim played a significant role in the development of the Australian sport system in the lead up to the 2000 Sydney Olympic and Paralympic Games. He was the Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) from June 1990 to December 2000, playing a significant role in the development of the Australian sport system in the lead up to...
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Club Annoucements
Vale Life Member Peter Catling
17 April 1945 - 12 October 2025 Peter Catling grew up in Albury going to Albury Grammar School where he excelled at athletics and played "Aussie Rules" and only commenced playing Rugby at Wagga Ag College where he graduated after 3 years with a Diploma in Agriculture. After a couple of years working at CSIRO he decided to enhance his qualifications by commencing a Science course at ANU, working part time cleaning bus shelters amongst other jobs. Once completed he returned to CSIRO as a research scientist in CSIRO Wildlife initially working on Dingos and later Bush Fire recovery. At...
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1st Grade
Big Day of Footy as Owls Kick Off 2026 Trials
The Uni-Norths Owls got their first real hit-out of the year on Saturday 7 March, with teams spread across multiple venues in a big day of trial rugby ahead of the 2026 season. In Canberra, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, Colts and the Women’s XV took on Gordon in valuable pre-season match-ups, giving players and coaches their first chance to test combinations and build momentum heading into the year. The Owls 1st Grade side also had the special opportunity to run out at GIO Stadium, playing the curtain raiser ahead of the Brumbies vs Reds clash, a memorable experience for the...
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Women's Premier 15s
Celebrating Women in Rugby at the Owls
The Owls proudly celebrated International Women’s Day and Women in Rugby Week, recognising the incredible women who help drive our club forward both on and off the field. Across every part of the Owls community, women play a vital role, from our senior and junior players, to our coaches, managers, committee members and physios, as well as the supporters, partners and mothers who show up week after week to support the club. Women’s rugby continues to grow at the Owls, with strong participation across both senior and junior programs helping shape the next generation of players and leaders within the...
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Men's 7's
Owls in Bungendore for 2026 Capital Sevens
The 2026 Capital Sevens delivered everything a festival of rugby should, blistering pace, last-gasp drama, and moments of individual brilliance, and the Owls were right in the thick of it across all three draws at the Bungendore Sports Hub. Hosted by the Bungendore Mudchooks, the tournament brought together the region's best clubs for a full day of sevens action. With the Owls fielding sides in Premier Men's, Women's Division, and Men's Division 2, it was a massive showing from the club, and the Women's side in particular gave everyone plenty to talk about. Women's Division The standout story of the...
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Appointments
Owls Announce New Club Captains
The Uni-Norths Owls Rugby Club is proud to announce Maddie Gogala and Oliver Wheatley as our Club Captains for the 2026/2027 seasons. Following a hugely successful year for the Owls, Maddie and Oliver take over the leadership reins from Emerina "Bubba" Marsh and Jordan Thompson, whose dedication and commitment have helped drive the club forward both on and off the field. The appointment reflects not only the growth of the playing group, but the continued strength of the Owls culture, one built on leadership, accountability and pride in the blue and gold. Maddie expressed her excitement about stepping into the...
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Appointments
Owls Confirm 2026 Committee Following AGM
The Uni-Norths Owls Rugby Club has confirmed its committee for 2026 following the club’s recent Annual General Meeting, with a strong mix of returning leaders and new faces set to guide the club into the upcoming season. Dave Luchetti remains President for 2026 and welcomed the depth and balance of the newly appointed committee. “I’m pleased that this year we have filled all the positions on the committee, which will allow us to continue the growth of the club and better support our players” Luchetti said. Luchetti also thanked the incoming committee for volunteering their time and commitment to ensuring...
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Women's Premier 15s
Join the Owls Women’s Rugby Family in 2026
The Uni-Norths Owls are calling for women interested in playing XV or X rugby for the 2026 season. Whether you're an experienced player looking to take your game to the next level, or someone who's never picked up a rugby ball before, there's a place for you in this club. A Program Built for Development The Owls women's program has earned its reputation as one of the best club training programs in Australia. It's not just talk, it's a carefully structured pathway that accommodates everyone from complete beginners to international players, all within a group setting that promotes learning and...
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1st Grade
2026 ACT Premier Rugby Draw Revealed: Owls Set for Big Season Ahead
ACT Rugby has officially unveiled the 2026 Premier Rugby draws, setting the stage for another exciting year of club rugby in Canberra and the Uni-Norths Owls are gearing up for a massive campaign across all grades. With fixtures locked in, players, coaches and supporters can begin counting down to Round 1 kicking off 11th April, as the Owls look to build on the momentum of recent seasons and continue strengthening both on and off the field. The 2026 schedule features a competitive mix of home and away clashes, traditional rivalries and key match-ups that will test the depth and resilience...
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Club Annoucements
2026 Owls Registration
Registrations are now open for 2026 players and volunteers. Registering gives you insurance cover for injury through Rugby Australia at season games, trail matches, training and the gym or as a volunteer working in the canteen or running a training drill. If you are not registered you are not insured. The player fee is $438. Please note that Rugby Xplorer provides the option of paying the fee by instalments. Apprentices and students will receive a discount when registering if they seek a club discount code from the Registrar via email at registrar@owlsrugby.com. The Training Only option is also available and will provide...
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