The name Smortchevsky is well known in BC rugby circles and especially among the Capilano rugby club. Pamela Smortchevsky has been drawn into the game of rugby through her children, who have reached various levels of success in the sport, including the recent ascension of son David to International Rugby Board test matches.
Pamela is a busy photographer - getting out there most weekends, regardless of the weather, and is a staple snapper when Canada plays on the west coast.
Here are Pamela's twelve selections that she has deemed her favourites for 2009 - along with some of the reasons why. Enjoy
Capilano vs UBC
Always like catching the moment when a try is scored.
Piping in the Canadian and Irish teams at the Gala. Pipers always add something special to events.
Canada vs Ireland - Vancouver, BC
Canada-Ireland at Thunderbird Stadium. Always great to have a large crowd at a rugby game.
Canada vs Ireland - Fans
These enthusiastic, patriotic fans at the Canada-Ireland game added to the atmosphere.
Capilano vs Meraloma - Premier League
Capilano Premier Men score the winning try against Meralomas. This photo shows all the emotions on both sides.
Mandy Marchak - Capilano
This image shows Capilano and National player, Mandy Marchak’s power as she scores this try.
BC Womens vs Japan
The BC women showed their power on the pitch in this lopsided win over Japan.
World Police and Fire Games
I’ve included several images from the Rugby 7’s in the World Police and Fire Games. In the Open Div, South Africa Corrections and South Africa Police took gold and silver with North Vancouver Fire taking bronze. Most of the North Van players are with the Capilano RFC and several are former Canadian National Players.
Australia vs North Vancouver
Clever footwork by the Australian against North Vancouver
North Vancouver vs South Africa Corrections
Ron Johnston handing off to Christoph Strubin in game against SA Corrections
Great Britain Corrections Officer -
Chose this photo because this player from Great Britain Corrections had such an intense look.
North Vancouver vs Italy
North Vancouver inflicting a little pain and gain against Italy
South Africa Corrections wins Gold
Everyone felt the emotion of the South African team singing their anthem after receiving Gold medals.
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