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Season 24/25 Coaches
Aaron Zimmer
Men's Coach
Aaron Zimmer is a seasoned vet with many years of playing experience under his belt, in and out of our local roster. Aaron has been playing for 27 years spanning across 4 decades and is the recipient of many awards through out his career. After wrapping up his tour with the Canada Classics in Boston, Zimmer returns to start practice with the Crusaders Men's division for the 23/24 season.
Aaron Zimmer's stats include:
-Debuted in 1996 for Chilliwack Crusaders rugby club
- 2 years of Valley Venom winning 2 national titles in the super league
- 1 year Premiums for Brit-lions
- participated with BC selects against touring sides.
- 1 year with SFU winning MVP and scoring over 350 points
- Played 1st division for Kelowna
- Selected for Canada classics 2021,2022,2023
- Coached Chilliwack to a 12-3 record in 2022/23 making it to the Semi-finals
Mike Weisse
Women's Coach
Mike Weisse has been a key figure in our clubs success and standing within the community. With years of experience as a Player, Club President, as well as other positions within our Executive board, the Crusaders are proud to announce the return of coach Mike Wiess for our Ladies 2023/24 season! Mike is no stranger to leading teams to championships as he done so as a player and Coach in Minor Football and Rugby. He brings a unique skill set to the table being conversant across multiple platforms of contact sports!
-NCCP Football coach since 2005 for Chilliwack Giants and Valley Huskers
-Held positions of Head Coach, Defensive Coordinator, Special Teams Coach, Linebackers Coach
-Won 7 League championships, 2 Provincial championships in 2009 and 2016
-Two years as Border Bowl All-star Linebacker coach
-Played for Chilliwack Rugby as Prop and Hooker since 2008
-Part of 2008 Saratoga Cup Championship Team
-Current Executive Member, held positions of President, Vice President, Treasurer, Fundraiser, Social Coordinator, Youth Coordinator
-Entering third season as Women's Rugby Coach
Mike pushes for individual and team growth. His investment into the program and club speaks volume to his commitment to see this team succeed!
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