Belize set for first World Rugby tournament in October

Belize are set for their first ever appearance in a World Rugby tournament. The Central American country will participate in the upcoming Rugby Americas North (RAN) tournament in Turks & Caicos in October.

The 2021 RAN Sevens will take place at Meridian Rugby Fields on October 16 and 17. This year’s Men’s competition will provide teams with the opportunity of securing a place at the 2022 World Rugby Challenger Series. That series will take place in February and March.

The winner of 2022 Challenger Series will compete at the World Rugby Sevens Series as the 16th team. Mexico’s Women have already secured their place in the Women’s tournament.

BELIZE ROSTER
Frank Romero, Dayton War, Luis Cunil, Enrique Castillo, Orlando Castillo, Raheem Cummings, Rob Haylock, Gustavo Lopez, Edrick Matus, Aubrey Coc, Andre Muschamp

Coach/Manager: Tony Gillings
Assistant Coach: Udiel Briceno

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