Pre-season trial matches revealed, with more rugby offered than ever!

Thu, Dec 15, 2022, 7:25 AM
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by Western Force Media

There is no better time to sign up as a Force Member. From guaranteed double headers to rugby festivals, there is plenty on offer for all kinds of fans to enjoy.

Our Queensland rivals are back for a pre-season hit-out! The Force will host the Queensland Reds at McGillivray Oval on Saturday, 4 February, in the first trial match of the season. All Members and fans are free to enter. The afternoon of rugby will be filled with children's rides, footy food, entertainment, and more!

The team will then travel East to take on the Fijian Drua on Thursday 16 February. Stay updated on how you can stream the match on our socials in the new year. 

Super Rugby pre-season hit-outs

  • Western Force vs Queensland Reds - Saturday, 4 February - McGillivray Oval 
  • Fijian Drua vs Force - Thursday, 16 February - QLD 

Super W pre-season clashes confirmed

Round 1 of Super Rugby continues to deliver with a Super W double-header confirmed. The Super W team will go head-to-head with fellow rivals, the Melbourne Rebels, in a pre-season make-up match. Last season's RD4 fixture was cancelled due to a COVID-19 outbreak in the opposing team. Gates will open early to all, ensuring your seats are available from the opening whistle. 

Non-traditional rugby state South Australia will venture to the West in an anticipated trial match on Saturday, 11 March, at HBF Park. This is the first time the women's South Australian team will compete against a Super W team, and there is no better stage than the Force's Field. 

Not one, but three double headers!

HBF Park will host the final doubleheader on Saturday 22 April, in combination with our Armed Forces Round. An afternoon of honour, respected with two awaited fixtures with the men taking on the Highlanders and the women facing the Brumbies. 

The Super W team will host a Festival of Rugby stand-alone game at McGillivray Oval on Sunday 16 April. Here various games of rugby will be played in the spirit of unity and celebrating our great game.

Season Launch and Awards Night

The Western Force Season Launch is locked in and starting the engine for lift-off! Wednesday morning, 22 February, The Westin will host Force players, coaches, Partners, and supporters to launch the anticipated 2023 season. Members and Fans are welcome to join in on a morning of insight and excitement, tickets on sale soon!

The most glamorous night of the year awaits. Swap your scarf for a bow tie for our annual Force Awards Night on Friday, 7 July. Save the date, as tickets are likely to sell out — more information to come closer to the end of the season. 

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