Rugby Ontario Thanks Paul Connelly

August 10, 2022

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Rugby Ontario Thanks Paul Connelly

August 10th, 2022

(WHITBY, ON) -  It is with mixed emotions that Rugby Ontario announces the departure of Paul Connelly from the organization. Paul, who served as the Provincial & High-Performance Technical Manager, has retired from his position and will move on from Rugby Ontario. His last day was August 8th, following the conclusion of the U19 Men’s Canadian Rugby Championships hosted by Rugby Ontario.

Paul has contributed significantly to rugby in Ontario and has been a leading high-performance manager in Canada during his 4+ years as an employee. Paul began with the organization in 2017 following a decorated career as the Head of Physical Education and Director of Rugby at Uxbridge Secondary School. During his time with Uxbridge, Paul helped lead the Tigers to OFSAA silver medals in 2004, 2007 and 2010 and OFSAA Gold in 2011 and 2016. Since joining Rugby Ontario, Paul helped to establish marquee high performance programs and initiatives identifying and supporting the development of athletes across Ontario and was a driving factor in establishing various academy programs and the “Provincial Pathway”.

“Rugby Ontario thanks Paul Connelly for his significant contributions to rugby in Ontario since becoming an employee of the governing body in 2017,” said Myles Spencer, Rugby Ontario CEO.  “Paul has worked tirelessly, giving so much of his time and energy, to develop rugby in Ontario, creating opportunities for so many athletes and coaches to represent our province.  His involvement and leadership extended beyond our provincial programs as Paul regularly supported regional and national high performance rugby initiatives and competitions.”

Although Paul is officially retiring from the organization, he will continue to be involved in the rugby community. He is currently the Head Coach for the Oshawa Vikings Senior Men’s team, and as of 2021 has returned to his former position as Head Coach of the Uxbridge Secondary School’s Senior Boys rugby team. Rugby Ontario would like to thank Paul for all his contributions to the organization. We wish him all the best in his next chapter!

For any questions or inquiries regarding the Rugby Ontario High Performance Program, please email info@rugbyontario.com.

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