AS Monaco Rugby experienced a mix of emotions in their matches against Jacou Montpellier Nord over the weekend, with the first team celebrating a hard-earned victory, while the Équipe Espoirs faced a tough defeat. Despite the contrasting results, both teams showed determination in challenging conditions, reflecting the club’s ongoing growth and commitment to promoting the sport in the Principality.
This past weekend, both teams travelled to Jacou Montpellier Nord’s home turf for a series of matches played in challenging weather conditions on Sunday, 9th March.
The Équipe Première, the AS Monaco Rugby first squad, delivered a determined performance, battling their way to a well-earned 16-12 victory over their counterparts at Jacou Montpellier Nord. The win not only highlighted their resilience but also secured their return to second place in the championship standings, with 58 points and two consecutive wins under their belts.
Unfortunately, the second team, the Équipe Espoirs, had a more difficult encounter. Despite their best efforts, they suffered a heavy 10-52 defeat to Jacou Montpellier Nord’s second squad. While the loss is disappointing, the team is already focused on regrouping and bouncing back stronger in their upcoming fixtures.
Since its revival 11 years ago, AS Monaco Rugby has grown into a modern, well-structured institution with a commitment to fostering passion for the sport. With over 300 members, the association boasts a rugby school for children aged five and up, which encompasses an Under-15s team, two young cadet and junior teams, and an ‘Oldies’ team that brings together players from 17 to 77 years old, as well as the Équipe Première and Équipe Espoirs.
AS Monaco Rugby has worked hard to build its reputation and recruit the best players with a passion for the sport.
A statement shared on the team’s website reads: “Building on the impact of the 2011 and 2015 Rugby World Cups, as well as stability in the management of means and resources, we have reached a new milestone by recreating the senior section (Équipe Première). This senior team now plays in Honneur, on the threshold of the federal level.”
The club’s state-of-the-art facilities, located just a stone’s throw from the Principality in Beausoleil, have also become a source of pride for its members.
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With a dedicated team of qualified coaches, AS Monaco Rugby continues to provide players with top-tier training and development. The club’s vision remains clear: to build a thriving rugby community and fill the stands with enthusiastic supporters eager to witness unforgettable matches.
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