Posts Tagged ‘Minis’
The U11 Discovery Bay Pirates secure the inaugural 2025/26 Waterford Shield
On Sunday, 18 January the HKU Stanley Ho Sports Center hosted the second annual Waterford Bowl tournament. Organized by the Hong Kong Mini Rugby Football Union (HKMRFU). Nine U11 teams participated, each selecting a 14-player squad for what is recognised as the pinnacle of U11 rugby in Hong Kong. The tournament structure included four pool…
Read MoreHong Kong’s most successful rugby player is a Discovery Bay Pirate!
Hong Kong’s most successful ever rugby player is former Pirate, Flo Symonds, who grew up in Discovery Bay before moving to study in Canada. Flo plays for the Canadian Women’s team with whom she has won the Olympic Silver Medal in Paris last year, and competed in the Final of the World Cup (15s) this…
Read MoreLimited edition re-release of original Discovery Bay Pirates jersey
The DB Pirates are thrilled to announce the re-release of our original club jersey that pays homage to our humble beginnings in 2003. This limited-edition jersey captures the essence of the team’s founding days, crafted from high-quality cotton for a comfortable, authentic feel. Featuring a classic collar and original design, it’s a nostalgic nod to…
Read MoreDiscovery Bay Pirates sail from mini rugby all the way to representing Hong Kong
Long-time DB Pirates Aleena Azarova and Holly Terrebrood were recently selected to represent Hong Kong at the Asia Rugby Emirates U18 7s Championship. The two day tournament took place in Hohhot, (Inner Mongolia) China in mid September with Hong Kong competing against representative teams from China, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, India, Japan, and Uzbekistan. Aleena and Holly…
Read MoreJoin the DB Pirates to watch Hong Kong vs Japan XV on Friday 24 October 2025
The Hong Kong China men’s team will take on the Japan XV side (Japan’s national A team) at Kai Tak Main Stadium on Friday 24 October at 7:00pm. Match: Hong Kong vs Japan XV Date: Friday, 24 October 2025 Kick-off: 7.00pm Venue: Kai Tak Stadium Tickets Buy tickets here: tickets.hkrugby.com/hkchinavsjapan2025 Adult: $180 (General Admission) Child*:…
Read MoreActive Recovery Asia team up with the Pirates as hydration partner for the 25/26 season
Active Recovery Asia has teamed up with the DB Pirates as their official hydration partner for the 2025/26 season, offering a 15% discount on all purchases with the code “DBPHK.” Operating across Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, and Guam, Active Recovery Asia provides high-quality hydration, energy, and nutrition products tailored for active lifestyles. Their online platform…
Read MoreGet your custom fitted mouth guards at Bayside Dental Discovery Bay
Dr. Sandeep Jain has kindly agreed to extend his offer to the Pirates for custom fitted mouth guards at cost through Bayside Dental in the north plaza and also their new main plaza clinic. Child: $300 Adult (13 years & above): $700 These custom fitted mouth guards offer superior comfort and protection to boil and…
Read MoreCeremonial Plates: Marking Mini Pirates’ Transition to Youth
Engraved ceremonial plates are a cherished keepsake for Pirates who have spent their formative years with the Minis, from under 5/6 through under 12, as part of the club before transitioning into our Youth program. This small but meaningful token symbolises their journey, growth, and camaraderie during these early years. The plates are designed to…
Read MoreThe Hong Kong Sevens and end of the DB Pirates 2024/25 rugby season
The Hong Kong 7s roared back into action over the weekend of March 28-30, 2025, and what a spectacle it was! This year’s tournament had an extra layer of excitement as it unfolded in the city’s shiny new stadium that had fans buzzing. With its sleek design and a retractable roof that blessed us with…
Read MoreThe Discovery Bay Pirates, U12 girls win the 2024/25 Kim Lam Cup!
The Kim Lam Cup is a prestigious rugby trophy in Hong Kong awarded to the top Under-12 girls’ team, and named after Kim Lam, a key figure in youth rugby development. This weekend, March 23, 2025, the DB Pirates won it for the third time, triumphing in the season’s final knockout stage at the Hong…
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