Sixteen teams from 13 countries will participate in the 8th Saint Devote Tournament on Saturday, March 31, at the Louis II Stadium.
Organised by the Monegasque Rugby Federation in collaboration with the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation in order to celebrate rugby and its different approaches, the day promises to be particularly intense.
Princess Charlene said: “The Saint Devote Rugby Tournament continues to grow each year. I am happy to say once again that sport is a vehicle for exchanges, for surpassing oneself starting at a young age and for creating friendships across borders.
“I wish all the participants a wonderful day, to be shared in the spirit of fair play. I would also like to thank all the people who contribute their time and effort to this rugby tournament, which has turned into a true international event.”
Frédéric Michalak – four-time winner of the Six Nations Tournament and of the European Cup, two-time French Champion – will be present to encourage and give valuable advice to the young players.
The day will include an U12-category Tournament, the Saint Devote Challenge, and Tots Rugby, which is an introduction to rugby for children from three to five.
The purpose of this tournament is to highlight the values of rugby, dear to the Princess’ Foundation, beyond its physical aspects. These events illustrate team spirit and the notions of generosity, sharing, solidarity and respect which help children accept themselves as they are in order to better integrate into society.
The day starts at 8:45 am and ends at 5:30 pm with the Awards Ceremony.
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