Rest in Peace Fletchers Field – For the past 60 years, Fletcher’s Field—fondly known as “The Square”—has been the beating heart of rugby in Ontario. It wasn’t just a field; it was a home, a stage, and a sanctuary. From regular season games to intense playoff battles, provincial clashes, and unforgettable international showdowns, Fletcher’s became a place where players and fans alike made the pilgrimage to Markham, season after season. But Fletcher’s was more than just a hub for fierce competition; it was a place where friendships were forged, where bonds formed over shared love for the game. It was the soul of rugby in this province—a place where victories were celebrated, losses were consoled, and countless memories were made. Now, the doors to The Square have closed for good. Its future lies in the hands of the City of Markham. But its legacy? That will live on in every tackle, every try, and every story shared over a pint. Here’s a tribute to the iconic field that shaped decades of rugby and brought so many of us together. Fletcher’s Fields Video
Balmy Beach Holiday Auction and Market – Saturday December 7th from 4-7pm. Hope to see you there. Please click the poster below for more details.
Balmy Beach Old Boys Hockey Team – It’s that time of year again, when the air chills and the Balmy Beach Old Boys reach out to help you make your holiday feast extra special. Our annual Turkey Time Sale is the perfect opportunity to ensure you have a fresh, high-quality, and delicious bird to cook for Christmas dinner. The price is a very reasonable $5.45 per pound and you can order Small (under 16 lbs), Medium (16-20 lbs) or Large (20-24 lbs) size turkeys. To order, complete this online order form, or if preferred you may contact Paul Babich by email at zzivio@bell.net or by phone at (416) 691-2370 to place your order manually. Order deadline is December 16th or until supplies last. Note, small-size turkeys may be in limited supply this year – so get your order in sooner than later or upsize to medium. Turkeys will be available for pick up at the Balmy Beach Club Lawn Bowling clubhouse. The pick-up date is Monday, December 23rd between 9AM and 6PM. We will notify you of your order total at this time and accept payment by e-transfer (to zzivio@bell.net), cheque (to “BBOB”) or cash. As you may know, this program raises funds not only for our hockey club but also for the important work of Centre 55 in our community. We offer the opportunity to add a donation to your turkey order to further support the cause. Please feel free to let your neighbours and friends know about Turkey Time!
Seniors’ Holiday Program Special Request – For four years now, the Club has sponsored the holiday program for the senior residents at the Revera Main Terrace Long-Term Care facility. Many of these residents have no family and our program has become quite meaningful to them. Typically, we provide a gift bag containing a variety of small items (body wash, deodorant, word search books, candy, etc). This year, the team at Revera has a special request: the residents are each asking for a digital alarm clock. We have identified a clock that we could procure in time for the event, but we are hoping that the Sections could assist us with financial support in the form of a donation of $150. Of course, any amount would be appreciated. The gifts are usually distributed at the Holiday Party in early December; this year we are looking forward to the junior girls’ rugby group helping to distribute the gifts and sing Christmas carols. If you have any questions or concerns around this request, please let me know, otherwise I would like to thank you in advance for considering donating to our seniors’ program this year. Best, Jenn Sharp