Pingvin RC


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.

History

Pingvin Rugby Club was established by local players and British expatriates in 1962. The name Pingvin 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:
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.

History

Pingvin Rugby Club was established by local players and British expatriates in 1962. The name Pingvin 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
  • Youth teams across age groups
  • 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.

Current Squad

As of the 2025 season, Pingvin Rugby Club's First XV and matchday squad includes:

Current Squad

As of the 2025 season, Pingvin Rugby Club's First XV and matchday squad includes:

History

The club was founded in 1962.