About Us

About the Calgary Knights Rugby Football Club

 

What began as a friendly rivalry between the Calgary Police Service and Calgary Fire rugby clubs evolved in 2012 when they joined forces to become the Calgary Knights Rugby Football Club. Entering the 3rd Division within the Calgary Rugby Union, the Knights were founded on a unique premise.

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Since our inception, the Knights have proudly welcomed a diverse group of members, including all first responders, Canadian Forces members and veterans, 9-1-1 dispatchers, and many others who dedicate their lives to helping others. While we maintain this core ideology, we've also expanded our membership to anyone who wishes to be part of our distinctive rugby program and culture. 

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We are no longer JUST a police team!

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When We Play

 

In Alberta, rugby is a summer sport. The Knights kick off their pre-season training each year from January to May. We then dive into league play from May to September, with playoffs wrapping up in September and October.

To accommodate our shift-working players, we hold only one practice per week, on Wednesday evenings from 6 PM to 8 PM. Matches are played weekly during the league season.

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Our Home Field

 

The Knights have a long-standing partnership with the Calgary Irish RFC, allowing us to use their clubhouse, training fields, and facilities as our own.

You can find us at 4334 18 Street NE, directly behind the Best Western Port O Call hotel along McKnight Blvd.

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Who Can Join?

 

The Calgary Knights RFC was established to offer professionally organized rugby programs for our brothers and sisters in the Emergency Services, keeping costs and attendance requirements minimal. It's a place for rugby enthusiasts from these professions to improve their health and mental wellness through sport, without breaking the bank or disrupting their busy schedules.

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We welcome all men and women from Emergency Service professions, regardless of their playing experience.

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For interested players who are not from an Emergency Service profession, you're also welcome! However, you must be formally sponsored by a current Knight in good standing. This helps us ensure our core values and expectations are consistently maintained within the club.

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Membership Costs

 

Our rates are set annually by Rugby Canada, the national governing body for our sport, and may vary slightly from year to year. Current approximate costs are:

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• Men’s Third Division 15s: ~$500

• Women’s Exhibition 7s:~ $250 

  • As of 2025 we don't have a women's team, but that can change with 7 keen women showing interest!​

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These fees are per player and are comprehensive, covering Rugby Canada Registration, personal playing insurance, Rugby Alberta fees, Calgary Rugby Union fees, and Knights club dues. Your club dues include playing top, shorts and socks and helps towards equipment costs and maintenance. 

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We look forward to seeing you on the field. 

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ONCE A KNIGHT, ALWAYS A KNIGHT!