11 November, 2024
Friday, November 15
9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Safaa Stadium
Rugby fans, are you ready? The Saudi Arabian Rugby Federation (SARF) is bringing its season-long Rugby Tournament to KAUST on November 15. Join us at the Safaa Stadium from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to experience the incredible growth and emerging talent in Saudi rugby.
This exciting SARF 7s Series Tournament is part of a four-leg event traveling across the Kingdom, celebrating the fast-paced 7s format of rugby union. KAUST is proud to host the tournament’s second leg, featuring five adult teams and three junior teams with players aged 5 to 14.
Get your best cheering voice ready and meet us for an epic rugby showdown!
Schedule
Mini – Youth Rugby
Junior teams, including our very own Red Sea Rugby Club, along with the Neom Club and Riyadh Vipers, will take the field from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., showcasing the skills of Saudi Arabia’s future rugby stars.
Adult Rugby
At 1:00 p.m., the adult teams – Riyadh Warriors, Riyadh Falcons, Jeddah Rugby, Khobar Rugby, and Jubail Rugby – will go head-to-head in fierce competition.
Touch Rugby
In the evening, the Red Sea Rugby Club Seniors will participate in a Touch Rugby game, highlighting the T-1 Program that has been recently added to SARF’s wide array of offerings.
Don’t miss the tackles, the tries, and the triumphs! See you on the sidelines.
Contact
For further information, feel free to drop us an email at recreation@kaust.edu.sa.
Health and Wellness
This activity is related to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3, which focuses on promoting good health and well-being, and it aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030 objective to increase public participation in sports and athletic activities.
KAUST Partnership with the Saudi Arabian Rugby Federation
KAUST has partnered with the Saudi Arabian Rugby Federation (SARF) to promote and develop rugby across Saudi Arabia. SARF is dedicated to spreading awareness of the sport and ensuring equal opportunities for all to play and enhance their skills. To learn more about their impactful work within the rugby community, visit their website. You can also sign up online to become a member.