The Greg Clague Award
Established in 2015, this award is presented to one male and one female player who exemplify tenacity, resilience, and unwavering determination both on and off the field. Recipients lead by example—overcoming adversity, pushing through injury, and never backing down—while consistently supporting their teammates and promoting the values of Westshore Velox RFC and the broader rugby community.
This honour recognizes those who embody the spirit of perseverance and commitment, inspiring others through their actions, attitude, and heart.
Greg Clague Circa 2025
Greg “Boner” Clague Bio
Greg Clague, affectionately known as “Boner,” is a hard-nosed Loose Forward from New Zealand who brought both talent and passion to every level of the game. With 13 years of premier rugby under his belt in NZ—including a spot on the Auckland All-Star team in 1997—Greg made a lasting impact on and off the field.
He joined the Velox Valhallians in Victoria in 2000, playing until 2006 and serving as the Men’s Head Coach from 2002 to 2004. Under his leadership, the club captured the VIRU Championship in 2004. Beyond success at the senior level, Greg devoted himself to grassroots development, believing that strong foundations build great players and even better communities.
Greg coached across all age groups, from elementary through high school, and played a central role in youth rugby development on Vancouver Island. He served for many years as Head Coach for the VIRU Crimson Tide U14 and U16 teams, and also contributed to the BC Rugby Union’s U15 boys program.
In the late 2000s, Greg faced a life-altering battle with cancer. True to his character, he met it with unwavering tenacity, resilience, and optimism—traits he had long exemplified on the pitch. Not only did he fight back, he continued to give back—shaping young athletes and the rugby community through his tireless volunteer work and coaching efforts.
Greg Clague remains a respected figure in Canadian rugby, known for his strength, leadership, and deep commitment to the game.
Greg Clague Award Recipients
- 2014-2015: Cory Walker/Dacey Livingstone
- 2015-2016: Connor Bottrell/ Britt Sims
- 2016-2017: Adam Bennett/Rosie Lang
- 2017-2018: Dale Grimson/Jikel Keys
- 2018-2019: Bryce McKinnon/Valerie Wideski
- 2019-2020: Jade Billington/Katie Harms
- 2021-2022: Justine Blatt-Janmaat/Darian Morrison
- 2022-2023: Hailey Sampson/Shane Dagg
- 2023-2024: Maya Addai/Liam Clark
- 2024-2025: Matt Weir, Amy Camicoli