Accra rugby tourney slated for December 15

The Ghana Rugby Association (GRA), will on December 15, organize the third edition of its special rugby competition, dubbed “Accra 7s Rugby Tournament” at the Ajax Park, University of Ghana.

The tournament, which is expected to feature all rugby clubs across the country, as they seek to undo each other in search of the top most prize.

A statement from the GRA said, 21 clubs including 14 local Men’s clubs, four Women’s clubs, two juvenile clubs and one Men’s club from Nigeria will search for honours in the one day event, which will be sponsored by Beaufort Properties Ghana Limited, which shares the Rugby values of “integrity and teamwork”.

Among the participating clubs are; defending champions, Cosmos Buffalos, debut winners, University of Ghana, Dansoman Hurricanes, Accra Warriors, Oguaman Ocean Warriors (Cape Coast), Accra Sharks, Abura Bombers, Idas Sports, Ketu Lions, Spartans, Sky Hawks, Tema Anchors, Ashanti Black Bulls and Police Rugby Club from Nigeria competing in the Men’s category.

In women’s division, University of Ghana Ladies, Cosmos Ladies, Warrior Ladies and Floreat Ladies from Cape Coast will battle for the ultimate prize in the division, whilst Abura Bombers and Legon Titans will be the only two juvenile teams in the competition.

The event is expected to be graced by the entire board of the GRA, the  Director of Sports of the University of Ghana, the Regional Sports Director, the Acting Director General of the National Sports Authority and officials from Beaufort Properties Ghana Limited.

Source: GNA