Goa Khabar : The Goa Rugby 7s Tournament, scheduled for 23rd and 24th November 2024 at Don Bosco College of Engineering in Fatorda, promises to be a groundbreaking event in India’s rugby landscape. Organized by Crocotryles Rugby Foundation, the tournament will showcase an impressive lineup of top teams from across the country, including Crocotryles Rugby Foundation (Goa), Delhi Hurricanes, Bangalore Rugby Club, CSA Kerala, Future Hope Harlequins from West Bengal, Dragons Rugby Club (Goa), and Chennai Cubs.
Competing across diverse categories including Mens Contact, Womens Contact, and Mixed Touch, the tournament represents a significant milestone in rugby development in the region.
The event is strategically designed to address multiple objectives: promoting rugby participation in Goa, identifying and nurturing young rugby talent, and substantially enhancing the sport’s competitive visibility. By creating a dynamic platform that enables local athletes to compete alongside national level teams, the tournament aims to transform the rugby ecosystem in Goa, offering unprecedented opportunities for skill development, inter-team learning, and community engagement. This inaugural tournament embodies the Crocotryles Rugby Foundation’s commitment to youth empowerment, sporting excellence, and the transformative power of rugby as a vehicle for personal and collective growth. Beyond the competitive matches, the event represents a crucial step in establishing Goa as a significant hub for rugby talent in India, potentially inspiring a new generation of players and changing the sporting narrative in the region. Moreover, the tournament aims to boost sports tourism in Goa, with aspirations to attract international teams in future editions, creating economic opportunities for local businesses and positioning Goa as a sports destination.
