Botswana Rugby Union Announces Upcoming Fixtures
Gaborone, Botswana – 04 September 2024 – The Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) is pleased to announce that our national rugby team, Vultures, has officially been confirmed for a series of upcoming matches as they prepare for international competition. These fixtures will serve as vital preparatory games, culminating in the selection of the final traveling squad of 25 players who will proudly represent Botswana in Morocco between 7th November 2024 until 18th November 2024 for the Rugby Africa Cup qualifiers.
Confirmed Fixtures:
Leopards vs. Vultures
Date: 7th September 2024
Location: Mafikeng, South Africa
Vultures vs. Lesotho
Date: 28th September 2024
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Vultures vs. Matebeleland
Date: 19th October 2024
Location: Gaborone, Botswana
Commitment and Preparation
The initial squad has demonstrated immense dedication and hard work during their preparation, and we are confident that this series of matches will further sharpen their skills and teamwork. The final squad selection will be made following these fixtures, with the 25 best players chosen to represent Botswana on the international stage. Mr Andrew Paxinoswho is the head coach of Vultures can be reached on 71 745 666.
The Botswana Rugby Union (BRU) is dedicated to promoting and developing rugby throughout the country, ensuring the sport’s growth at all levels. As the governing body, BRU oversees the administration of national teams, including the Vultures, and works tirelessly to elevate the standard of rugby in Botswana.
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Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com) is the governing body of rugby in Africa and one of the regional associations under World Rugby. It unites all African countries that play rugby union, rugby sevens, and women’s rugby. Rugby Africa organizes various competitions, including the qualifying tournaments for the Rugby World Cup and the Africa Sevens, a qualifying competition for the Olympic Games. With 39 member unions, Rugby Africa is dedicated to promoting and developing rugby across the continent. World Rugby highlighted Ghana, Nigeria and Zambia as three of the six emerging nations experiencing strong growth in rugby.
