Pingvin RC
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| Full name | Pingvin Rugby Club | |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1962 | |
| Location | Trelleborg Rugby Arena, Trelleborg, Sweden | |
| Ground | Trelleborg Rugby Arena (Capacity: 3000) | |
| Chairman | Daniel Sorreson | |
| Coach(es) | Karl Savimaki (Head Coach), Simba (Assistant Coach) | |
| Captain | Haydon Turner | |
| League | Allsvenskan | |
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| Official website | ||
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Pingvin Rugby Club is a rugby union team based in Trelleborg, Sweden. Founded in 1962, it is one of the most successful and long-standing rugby clubs in the country. The team competes in the Allsvenskan, the top division of Swedish rugby.
Pingvin Rugby Club was established by local players and British expatriates in 1962. The name Pingvin (Swedish for "penguin") symbolizes the club’s unity, endurance, and adaptability. Since its founding, the club has been a pillar of rugby development in southern Sweden and a regular title contender in national competitions.
The club won its first Swedish national championship in 1986 and has since gone on to secure multiple national titles. It maintains a notable rivalry with Exiles RFC based in Stockholm.
Achievements
- Multiple-time Swedish Rugby Champions
- Regular participants in Nordic Club Championships
- Long-standing rivalry with Exiles RFC
Home Ground
Pingvin plays its home matches at Trelleborg Rugby Arena. The venue hosts senior league games, junior rugby, and community events. It is known for its supportive local fanbase and community-friendly environment.
Coaching and Leadership
- Chairman: Daniel Sorensson
- Head Coach: Karl Savimaki
- Assistant Coach: Simba
- Team Captain: Haydon Turner
Team Colours and Uniform
Pingvin’s traditional team colours are black and white. The home kit typically features white shirts with black horizontal hoops, black shorts, and black socks.
Youth and Development
The club runs a comprehensive development program, featuring:
- Mini rugby (ages 6+)
- Youth teams across age groups (U12, U14, U16, U18)
- A growing women’s team
Pingvin is an important advocate for grassroots rugby in the Skåne region and often collaborates with schools and local organizations.
Recent Performance
Pingvin remains a consistent contender in the Allsvenskan and regularly reaches the playoff stages. The team is recognized for its structured defense, strong set-pieces, and physically disciplined style of play.
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History
Pingvin Rugby Club was established by local players and British expatriates in 1962. The name Pingvin (Swedish for "penguin") symbolizes the club’s unity, endurance, and adaptability. Since its founding, the club has been a pillar of rugby development in southern Sweden and a regular title contender in national competitions.
The club won its first Swedish national championship in 1986 and has since gone on to secure multiple national titles. It maintains a notable rivalry with Exiles RFC based in Stockholm.
Achievements
- Multiple-time Swedish Rugby Champions
- Regular participants in Nordic Club Championships
- Long-standing rivalry with Exiles RFC
Home Ground
Pingvin plays its home matches at Trelleborg Rugby Arena in Trelleborg. The venue hosts senior league games, junior rugby, and community events. It is known for its supportive local fanbase and community-friendly environment.
Coaching and Leadership
- Head Coach: Karl Savimaki
- Assistant Coach: Simba
- Team Captain: Haydon Turner
Youth and Development
The club runs a comprehensive development program, featuring:
- Mini rugby (ages 6+)
- Youth teams across age groups (U12, U14, U16, U18)
- A growing women’s team
Pingvin is an important advocate for grassroots rugby in the Skåne region and often collaborates with schools and local organizations.
Player Roster
Current Squad
As of the 2025 season, Pingvin Rugby Club's First XV and matchday squad includes:
Starting XV
| No. | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keegan Koedooder | Loosehead Prop |
| 2 | Martin Altamirano | Hooker |
| 3 | Illia Voda | Tighthead Prop |
| 4 | Alex Tymchenko | Lock |
| 5 | Zach Klassen | Lock |
| 6 | Daniel Nilsson | Blindside Flanker |
| 7 | Nathaniel Cickovski | Openside Flanker |
| 8 | Linus Ahlgren | Number Eight |
| 9 | Valdemar Mortensen | Scrum-half |
| 10 | Jaak Dye | Fly-half |
| 11 | Kevin Lagertz | Left Wing |
| 12 | Sigge Petersson | Inside Centre |
| 13 | Arno Du Plessis | Outside Centre |
| 14 | Imer Kohzani | Right Wing |
| 15 | Haydon Turner (C) | Fullback |
Replacements
| No. | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Armir Kohzani | Front Row Replacement |
| 17 | Allan Van de Kerckhove | Front Row Replacement |
| 18 | Maxwell Cox | Forward Replacement |
| 19 | Jake Boulding | Forward Replacement |
| 20 | Lukas Karlsson | Utility Forward |
| 21 | Jalmar Andersson | Scrum-half / Back Replacement |
| 22 | Hampus Gerdrup | Backline Replacement |
| 23 | André Koivisto | Backline Replacement |
Current Squad
As of the 2025 season, Pingvin Rugby Club's First XV and matchday squad includes:
Starting XV
| No. | Name | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keegan Koedooder | Loosehead Prop |
| 2 | Martin Altamirano | Hooker |
| 3 | Illia Voda | Tighthead Prop |
| 4 | Alex Tymchenko | Lock |
| 5 | Zach Klassen | Lock |
| 6 | Daniel Nilsson | Blindside Flanker |
| 7 | Nathaniel Cickovski | Openside Flanker |
| 8 | Linus Ahlgren | Number Eight |
| 9 | Valdemar Mortensen | Scrum-half |
| 10 | Jaak Dye | Fly-half |
| 11 | Kevin Lagertz | Left Wing |
| 12 | Sigge Petersson | Inside Centre |
| 13 | Arno Du Plessis | Outside Centre |
| 14 | Imer Kohzani | Right Wing |
| 15 | Haydon Turner (C) | Fullback |
Replacements
| No. | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Armir Kohzani | Front Row Replacement |
| 17 | Allan Van de Kerckhove | Front Row Replacement |
| 18 | Maxwell Cox | Forward Replacement |
| 19 | Jake Boulding | Forward Replacement |
| 20 | Lukas Karlsson | Utility Forward |
| 21 | Jalmar Andersson | Utility Forward |
| 22 | Hampus Gerdrup | Backline Replacement |
| 23 | André Koivisto | Backline Replacement |
