Happy belated birthday to North Van's Karin Gelinas. She got a big cuddle from former BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps manager Denny Veitch.

Andrew and Joan Gilbert greeted guests at they arrived.

Hollyburn's Donna Ruska nd Liz Burrows do a great job looking after guests and requests.

Capilano Snowcaps player Tim Bannister and BC Rugby Union supporter Moira O'Brian browsed the list of auction items deciding what to buy.

Master of ceremonies, auctioneer and rugby club president Tony Scott is a busy man. He also plays on the Snowcaps team.

Former player Mark Abercrombie (left) and Capilano women's team member Mary Jane Moore (right) shared some conversation with former Carson Graham coach Jim Martin (centre).

You might not recognize these players and coaches without their gear. From left: women's coach Brad Baker, player Carlie Smith, Sutherland girls' coach Vitt DeCotiis, guest Lisa Williams and player Leighton Williams.

Coach Matt Carpenter (centre) has his hands full with these gals. Rugby players Ale Diaz (left) and Robyn Jackson prove that beauty and brawn really do go together.

They're a force to be reckoned with for sure. From left: James Lawson, Mike Langley, team Canada member Ron Johnstone and Ian Smortchevsky.

MLA Jeremy Dalton is a big rugby supporter. He and BC Rugby vice president Mark Slay are always happy to help.

Cam McNaughton and Wendy Michnick work hard editing the association's newsletter.

Cap Rugby vice president Alan Snowden and wife Judy were pleased with the turnout for the first annual "rugby ball".

Three cheers for the club and its supporters, namely (from left) Jamie Fournier, Lori Snowden, Larry Close and wife Terry.

Penny Turpin