Sichuan Colleges Touch Rugby Invitational Tournament Held at Our University; Our Team Secures Third Place
Author:Liu Yueyan          Source:Stirling College         Date:2024-12-22

On December 15, the Sichuan Colleges Touch Rugby Invitational Tournament took place at our university's Sports Field II. The event saw key representatives from Gingko College of Hospitality Management, our College of Physical Education, and Stirling College attending the opening ceremony.

Hosted by our Stirling College, the tournament featured twelve teams from universities and clubs across the province, with over 100 athletes participating and more than 250 attendees, creating a vibrant and enthusiastic atmosphere.


In the end, our Stirling rugby team proudly secured third place at the Chengdu University station and finished second in total points across the three stations, which included the first station at the SouthWest Petroleum University, the second at Ginkgo College and the third staion at Chengdu University .

Established on October 10, 2024, our Stirling rugby team is coached by an instructor from the University of Stirling and comprises over twenty students from Stirling College and other colleges and departments. The organization of this event aligns perfectly with the college’s mission to cultivate versatile talents in the health and sports industry through its "Big Sports + Big Data + Big Health + Big Communication" framework. Student-athletes enhanced their skills and competitive levels while gaining a rich understanding of sportsmanship and the essence of teamwork. Furthermore, student volunteers applied their expertise in various roles such as event organization, officiating, photography, and promotion, effectively bridging theory and practice and accumulating invaluable experience for their future career pathways.

Editor: Min Xiuling     Executive Editor: Lyu Jia