Rugby journey went from St. Michaels University School to three World Cup appearances for Canada
Ed Fairhurst of Victoria, announced for induction this week into the B.C. Rugby Hall of Fame, said the journey to playing in three World Cups for Canada has served him well in all aspects.
It took Fairhurst from the 1997 B.C. high school championship, won with the St. Michaels University School Blue Jags, to a starry career with the University of Victoria Vikes, three World Cup appearances for Canada in 2003, 2007 and 2011, and a pro career in the U.K. with the Cardiff Blues and Cornish Pirates.Fairhurst had it all as a player — fine skill sets combined with speed and durability.
Fairhurst, who earned an economics degree at UVic, said his career highlight was beating Tonga in the 2011 World Cup in New Zealand in a riveting game.
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