Hong Kong China Rugby

Yesterday we hosted our first-ever HKCR Talent Testing Day at the Hong Kong Sports Institute. The event is part of an exciting new initiative to recruit young talent into elite-level rugby and was attended by 200 boys and girls across U16, U18 and U20 age categories.   Hong Kong China Men’s 7s record cap holder and double Asian Games Gold Medallist Salom Yiu Kam Shing, who only started playing rugby as an 18-year-old, led the recruitment efforts through schools and sports associations under the tagline ‘Unleash Your Potential’.   A huge thanks to our partners from the Hong Kong Sports Institute (HKSI), the Sports Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China (SF&OC) and Youth We Go, as well as to our VIP guests, including Mr. Tang King-Shing (Chairman of HKSI), Mr. George Kin Pan Tsoi (Sports Commissioner at the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau) and Mr. Man Yue Hin (Head of the Department of Hong Kong Athletes Career & Education at SF&OC).   Read more: https://lnkd.in/gTR5dn67 #hkrugby #AGameForAll

We're on the hunt for a motivated General Manager, Events to take the helm in delivering some of the most exciting rugby events in Hong Kong, including the iconic Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens! The ideal candidate will have strong leadership capabilities and a keen focus on enhancing event delivery, operational excellence, and match day experiences that are centered around our fans. If you possess the expertise, attributes, and interpersonal skills to excel in this role, we would love to hear from you. Find out more about this position and how to apply: https://lnkd.in/gwHUBZX3 #hkrugby #AGameForAll #allin 

Hong Kong China Rugby was delighted to welcome 4 Honorary Members and 8 new entrants into our Hall of Fame at an induction ceremony and celebratory lunch on Saturday. A huge congratulations to all our inductees and a sincere thank you for all your hard work and dedication in service to our community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gb-wAhg7 #hkrugby #AGameForAll

Hong Kong China Men's XVs emerged victorious over Brazil at the conclusion of a two-match Autumn International Series on Saturday. With an impressive 38-17 win in the second test, our team secured the Series title on points differential. This match also marked a significant milestone as the first international sporting event held at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground. A massive thank you to our incredible fans - whether you joined us in the stadium or cheered from afar via our live stream, the atmosphere was electrifying! Read the match report: https://lnkd.in/ghgEbQit Watch the match back: https://lnkd.in/gu5vn9En #hkrugby #AGameForAll #allin

Yesterday Hong Kong China Rugby CEO, James Farndon, was welcomed to a media briefing at the Central Government Offices alongside Mr George Tsoi (Commissioner for Sports), Mr Tang King-shing (Director of Strategic Planning at Kai Tak Sports Park), Ms Kit Tse (District Commander, Su Mau Ping, of Hong Kong Police Force) and Mr Eric Wan (Principal Transport Officer/Urban Transport Department). The media briefing looked ahead to tomorrow’s Autumn International Series match against Brazil at the new Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground, which will be the first international sporting event held at Kai Tak Sports Park. Our thanks to the team at the Culture Sports and Tourism Bureau and Kai Tak Sports Park for their support! Full story: https://lnkd.in/gB9M7rc4 #hkrugby #AGameForAll

Our Hong China Men's XVs team take on Brazil this Saturday (16 November) at the brand-new Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground. This is the second encounter in our two-match Autumn International Series. We greatly appreciate the support of our fans and encourage everyone to come out to get behind the boys during this momentous occasion - the first international sporting event to be held at the Sports Park. For everything you need to know about the match at Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gvpqwh7x #hkrugby #AGameForAll

It is great to welcome the Brazil Men’s 15s team to Hong Kong for the first time for a two-match Autumn International Test Series.   The first match takes place tomorrow (Saturday 9 November) at the Hong Kong Football Club, with the second match on Saturday 16 November at the Kai Tak Youth Sports Ground – this will give fans the first chance to watch rugby at the brand new venue.   Hong Kong China Men’s 15s Captain, Joshua Hrstich, commented: “It's a great chance for our fans to come out in their own backyard and watch a new opposition bring their exciting brand of rugby to Hong Kong, so we really can’t wait.” Brazil Men's 15 Captain, Cleber Días, said: “The expectation is that it will be a tough and physical game, as that is the way Hong Kong China plays and the way Brazil likes to play. The last game was so close we hope to win this time round and get different perspectives moving forward.”   Read the full series preview here: https://lnkd.in/gKx9tnjb #hkrugby #allin

Over the past year, Hong Kong China Rugby’s #LIFT programme has empowered women in rugby by helping to develop skills in personal branding, public speaking, networking and leadership.   On Friday evening participants celebrated the closing of the inaugural LIFT programme at the DLA Piper offices in Hong Kong, with a new cohort set to be welcomed in 2025.   A huge thanks to HSBC, EY and The Women's Foundation, as well as to Gill Meller for leading the programme.    #WomenInLeadership #WomeninRugby

Exciting news! Three of our Hong Kong China referees have been selected to officiate on the World Rugby 7s circuit for the 2024/25 season. Congratulations to Sunny Lee, who will be refereeing on the Women’s HSBC SVNS Series, and to Morgan White and Craig Chan, who have been selected for the Men’s Challenger Series. For more information: https://lnkd.in/eeDdzWHt #hkrugby #AGameForAll

Check out our amazing @childfundrugby ambassador WAI YAN PUN in action at a Pass It Back session Philippines this week. PY joined forces with ChildFund Rugby and @philippinerugby to help empower young people to play, learn and read. Amazing work 👏🏼🏉🙏🏼 #hkrugby #AGameForAll #PassItBack