EUSA held an online video call with Rugby Europe on Wednesday, May 6, as the two sports bodies held fruitful discussions over a number of topics.

Present on behalf of EUSA in the meeting was Sports Manager Mr Besim Aliti and Assistant Sports Manager Mr Liam Smith, while International Relations and Finance Manager Mr Maxime Cotis, Head of Competitions Mr Philippe Tuccelli as well as Chief Executive Officer Mr Florent Marty were in attendance representing Rugby Europe.

In the meeting both organisations presented the current situation regarding the impact of Covid-19 on Rugby 7s and university sport in Europe.

The existing Memorandum of Understanding between the two organisations was then reviewed, with the hope of signing an updated document in the coming months. Upon the signing of a revised Memorandum of Understanding, Rugby 7s is set to be confirmed as an additional sport to be featured at the next European Universities Games, which will be held in July 2021 in Belgrade, Serbia. 



The operational and technical aspects of hosting future EUSA Rugby 7s events were then discussed, including collaboration on topics such as sport equipment and referees.

EUSA wishes Rugby Europe all the best during this challenging time for sport, and we look forward to engaging once more at EUSA Rugby 7s events in the near future.

For more information about Rugby Europe and their work, please visit rugbyeurope.eu.