Rugby fans are in for a treat this summer as one of British Columbia’s most storied rivalries returns to the pitch. The Crimson Tide will face off against the Vancouver Wave in a special Men’s Exhibition Match hosted during the 2025 Provincial Regional Championships (PRCs) at Shawnigan Lake School!

Scheduled for Saturday, July 5, at 5:00pm PST, this feature match promises hard-hitting action and top-tier rugby, bringing together elite players from the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. With regional pride on the line, both teams will be eager to put on a show in front of a crowd of rugby enthusiasts, families, and future stars of the game.

The Wave vs. Tide rivalry stretches back decades. This year’s match offers the perfect blend of tradition and high-performance competition, adding extra excitement to a weekend already buzzing with energy from BC’s best youth talent competing at the PRCs.

“The Tide vs Wave Senior Men’s match is an exciting addition to what will already be an action-packed, revamped PRCs at Shawnigan Lake. It will connect our young athletes with the legacy and quality of senior regional competition, and will no doubt be a fantastic spectacle for fans in attendance.” BC Rugby Technical Director John Tait

The exhibition match kicks off at 5:00pm PST on the Canada Field at Shawnigan Lake School. Admission is free and BC Rugby will announce live-stream details once confirmed.

Don’t miss this iconic clash where rugby tradition meets future potential in a match that’s sure to leave an impression.

SENIOR MEN’S EXHIBITION MATCH

Match: Crimson Tide vs Vancouver Wave

Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025

Time: 5:00pm PST

Location: Shawnigan Lake School (Canada Field)