Hickson, Thunderbirds win Mainland Cup

Local rugby player Sean Hickson and the UBC Thunderbirds are off to a perfect start to the season.

Nelson native and UBC Thunderbirds rugby player Sean Hickson (14) carries the ball at the Mainland Cup on Saturday. UBC defeated Burnaby Lake RC 20-0. The victory moves the Thunderbirds to 8-0 to start the season.

Nelson native and UBC Thunderbirds rugby player Sean Hickson (14) carries the ball at the Mainland Cup on Saturday. UBC defeated Burnaby Lake RC 20-0. The victory moves the Thunderbirds to 8-0 to start the season.

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