Rugby, a sport of values

When talking about sports, values are always mentioned. In the case of rugby, this word takes on another dimension. Despite being a tough, high-contact sport, it stands out for its honesty and nobility. It's said to be a “game for barbarians played by gentlemen.” This is because rugby possesses a series of its own values that can be transferred to life itself and serve as the best example for society, especially for children.

Rugby is an inclusive sport where everyone contributes and everyone matters. There are no individual celebrations; it's teamwork, and the celebration is shared by the team.

Rugby follows a strict discipline with very defined rules where the referee is the highest authority and their role is respected to the fullest, by both players and fans.

All the rivalry and confrontation that exists on the field stays on the field. Players from both teams, referees, and coaches share conversations and exchange impressions in the well-known “Third Half.” It's a whole ritual where, as if they were one big family, they enjoy food while chatting pleasantly about the match.

For all these reasons, the Bathco Social and Sports Foundation (FUSODEBA), through the Bathco Rugby Club, has made this noble sport its flagship, considering it the best transmitter of values for young people. The team carries out significant work with sports schools that currently include over 100 children aged 8 to 16. Their activity focuses on working with the youngest to introduce them to this sport, which offers so many benefits in terms of health, personal growth, and social integration. The direct consequence of this work is the creation of a talent pool to represent Cantabrian sports.

_X9R7137,Bathco Rugby Club makes history

Precisely on June 2nd, the first team of Bathco Rugby Club achieved promotion to División de Honor. This is the greatest milestone in their history, and they did it against a top-tier rival, CR La Vila, in a hard-fought match until the very end. They thus equaled the feat achieved years ago by Hernani RT.

Starting next season, Santander will have two teams in the top division of national rugby. Without a doubt, this is an example for younger people who are beginning to see this sport as a great athletic alternative.

DSC_75884th John Kitson Tournament

FUSODEBA also collaborates in organizing events for younger people within the national rugby scene. The John Kitson Tournament, held in Arenas de Iguña, has become a good example. This is a tournament for the youngest participants, featuring teams from all over Spain and even international teams.

This tournament was initiated by a group of parents whose children enjoyed playing rugby in their valley. In 2013, they decided to create a touch rugby event with the goal of encouraging youngsters to practice this sport. They named it John Kitson, in honor of one of the pioneers of rugby in the Besaya and Campoo region. Today, it has become a benchmark event, with an average of 800 participants each year.