Ninety-plus years of Pelicans
From an offshoot of Trinidad Northern RFC to one of the most decorated clubs in Trinidad & Tobago rugby.
Out of Northern's shadow
Caribs grew out of Trinidad Northern RFC, founded in 1923. The offshoot soon matched its senior club — and often overshadowed it. Caribs v Northern, along with fixtures against Harvard RFC, became the backbone of club rugby rivalry in Trinidad & Tobago.
A clubhouse and a community hub
The club took up residence in a historic stone and brick building belonging to the 2nd Port of Spain Girl Guides Association. Members repaired and maintained it, and it became a staple of the community and a de facto home for schools rugby.
Growing the game
Caribs coaches helped build secondary school rugby across Trinidad, working with teams including Fatima College, Bishop Anstey High School, Trinity College and St. James Secondary School.
A women's side that feeds the nation
The club established a competitive women's team, bringing in players from the early local women's rugby initiatives and contributing heavily to the national women's programme.
Calypso Warriors and beyond
Caribs has produced many senior, under-19 and women's national players, and alumni have gone on to club rugby in Scotland, Ireland, England and Australia.
League champions
Another title for the cabinet — and Caribs remains a powerhouse of domestic rugby today.
