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Karen Gasbarino

The Evolution of a World Class Manager: IRFU’s Alana Gattinger and her Canadian Roots

It’s not bold to suggest that if you’re a keen rugby supporter in Canada, you know the name Alana Gattinger. Further, if you know who...

Karen Gasbarino

Beth Barz - The Coach’s Coach

Most athletic-minded individuals have their hopes set on playing their chosen sport at the highest level. As soon as they know that’s...

Karen Gasbarino

Jordan Ford: One. More. TIME.

de·ter·mi·na·tion /dəˌtərməˈnāSH(ə)n/ noun firmness of purpose; resoluteness. "he advanced with an unflinching determination" 2023 began...

Karen Gasbarino

Matt Klimchuk Living His Five Year Plan

Matt Klimchuk was only 16 years old when I first wrote about him as a young prodigy. At the time, he was just starting to be pegged as...

Karen Gasbarino

Canada’s Chris Assmus - Juggling Life & Loving It

Chris Assmus, 33, has found himself all over the world through his rugby journey. From starting his refereeing career in Montreal,...

Karen Gasbarino

Scott Green - America's Adopted Son Creating Refereeing Pathways

There are only a few names synonymous with Rugby Refereeing in America. Stalwart Scott Green has to be among them. Known for his imposing...

Karen Gasbarino

Major League Rugby Referees Series: Canada’s Talal Chaudhry’s Life/Work Balance

31-year-old Talal Chaudhry has been Moe in rugby circles for as long as he can remember. It’s a clear divide; all family and friends...

Karen Gasbarino

Major League Rugby Referees Series: Kat Roche is On Her Way

Kat Roche is on her way to Dublin. Literally. I am speaking to her from the airport as she prepares to fly into the exciting unknown....

Karen Gasbarino

118 Days: The Toronto Arrows’ Southern Journey

118 Days Just shy of a third of a year. A third of a year. Two changes of season. A lot can happen in 118 days. And it is a heck of a...