Rugby Club Luxembourg launched a second women’s team during a free workshop that was designed to get more women and girls into rugby.
Lëtzebuerg Rugby Ladies Day, held on Sunday, counted “almost 70 participants ranging from ages 4 to 65” and “served as a vibrant celebration of women’s empowerment in sports,” RCL said in a press release.
“The event provided a unique platform for girls and women of all ages and skill levels to come together, share their passion for sport, and inspire the next generation of female rugby players,” according to the club. Participants had the chance to try traditional and touch rugby exercises “designed to introduce more girls and women to rugby in a safe and enjoyable environment.”
The sports minister, (CSV), and the gender equality and diversity minister, (DP), attended the event to show their support. “Their presence elevated the significance of Rugby Ladies Day, emphasising the importance of creating opportunities for girls and women in traditionally male-dominated sports like rugby,” the club stated.
“RCL seized the occasion to announce the creation of the second ladies rugby team in Luxembourg, a significant step towards expanding opportunities for women in the sport.”
is the sport’s largest club in the grand duchy. In addition to the women’s teams, it fields men’s seniors, under 18, U16 and U14 teams, and mixed seniors and junior touch rugby squads.