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Rugby

A world-class training environment led by renowned and experienced rugby coaches and administrators. Bond University Rugby Club provides players with premier facilities and coaching and the tools to develop through National Pathways. At the heart of our rugby club is a commitment to fostering an #unbreakablebond. 

The club is a member of Queensland Rugby Union (QRU) and is the only Gold Coast-based club competing in the Queensland Premier Rugby competition. We boast many teams and programs while providing direct pathways to Super Rugby, Wallabies, Wallaroos, National 7s programs and professional rugby.

Bond University Rugby: Changing the Game in University Sport in Australia

Meet our coaches and mentors

  • This six -time Hospital Cup winner is the most successful coach in Queensland Premier Rugby history, and now he's in charge at the Bull Sharks.

    Mick Heenan - Premier Men Head Coach
  • As Bond's former Director of Rugby and First Grade Head Coach, Hedger has a strong connection to the club. He brings a wealth of experience from stints at Super Rugby franchises the Reds, Melbourne Rebels and Waratahs. 

    Sean Hedger - Premier Assistant Coach

  • Coaching experience in the Reds Super W program, Faifua is the primary influencer behind the success of the Bond University Women’s program. 

    Lawrence Faifua - Premier Women Head Coach
  • Once a try-scoring machine for the All Blacks and in Super Rugby, Rico Gear brings a lifetime of knowledge to his role as Colts Coach.

    Rico Gear - Colts (u20s) Program Coordinator and Coach
  • Collins was the CEO of Super Rugby club the Chiefs and a former professional rugby player before he brought his expertise to Bond in 2022.

    Michael Collins - Director of Sport
  • Liussi has worn many hats for national Rugby teams across the world and spent almost a decade as Team Manager for Australia's Men’s 7s. His connection to Bond began well before he moved into Rugby administration, playing for us in his earlier years.

    Luca Liussi - Director of Rugby
  • Anderson has more than 15 years of top-level coaching experience. In addition to his management role with Bond Rugby, he is Queensland Reds Super Rugby Women’s head coach for 2024.

    Grant Anderson - Rugby Manager, Recruitment and Coach Development
  • Heath has decades of experience in Rugby management across Australia and Fiji, including stints with Rugby Australia, the Commonwealth Games and Fijian Drua.

    Tim Heath - Rugby Operations and Events
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Players spotlight

We've had a wealth of top-tier talent across all our teams — past and present. Here are just some of our impressive players who have called Bond their home club.

  • Maddison and Teagan Levi

    Gold Coast born and bred, the Levi sisters have gone on to play for the Australian women's sevens team. They won a gold medal with the Australian sevens team at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Both credit their time with the Bond University Bull Sharks for laying the foundations for their success.

UNBREAKABLE BOND
Team first | Have the conversations | Fight to win

Membership

Show your support by becoming a Member!

Full membership starts from $55 (GST inclusive) and includes a range of benefits.

Further membership details are coming soon. Contact us to find a membership deal that suits you.

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In the news

  • From Bond to the big time

    With the final assessment for her Bachelor of Sport Management degree due in August, the pinnacle of Georgia Grey's ambition has shifted to State of Origin - the showcase of women's rugby league in Australia.

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  • Bull Sharks bite against Tigers might

    Rugby Rd 11 preview: It's a grand final rematch for the girls and revenge quests for Premier Men and Colts 1, and the challenge is the same - aim up against massive Tigers outfits.

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  • Colts fly the flag as injuries hit hard on Past Players Day

    Rugby Rd 10 wrap: The Colts grind out a tough win over Wests but it was heartbreak and hurt for the Premier Women and Men.

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  • Bull Sharks rugby architect rides a new wave in surfing

    Bond University’s Deputy Director of Sport Luca Liussi has realised a long-held ambition with his appointment as CEO of Surfing Queensland.

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  • Halfway Home: Bond Rugby’s mid-season report

    Whether it’s the bedding down of a defensive system, team culture strengthening, or a set piece starting to dominate, the work put in week-to-week is beginning to pay off.

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  • Bull Sharks gear up for grudge matches against Wests

    Rugby Rd 10 preview: Wests have had the wood over us in recent meetings and the Bull Sharks have worked on plans to reverse that trend.

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  • Colts 1 hit their stride against Norths

    Rugby Rd 9 wrap: Colts 1 produce their most complete performance of the year while the Premier Men fall short.

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  • Bull Sharks set for crucial clash at The Canal

    Rugby Rd 9 preview: John Eales Rugby Excellence Scholar Jordan Lenac is back for crucial clash with Norths.

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  • Trust and tenacity: Heenan's blueprint for a Bull Sharks revival

    Coach Mick Heenan has his side hitting their stride at the right time. He talks new talent, strong leadership and the road ahead.

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  • Bull Sharks find their bite at Yoku Road

    Rugby Rd 8 wrap: The Bull Sharks push into the top four with win over GPS.

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