Bougainville Touch Authority to host Championship in Buka on the 11th to 15th September 2023

Tuesday 22nd August 2023.
📣 Exciting Announcement! 🏉🌴
Mark your calendars, because the Bougainville Touch Authority is thrilled to announce the upcoming Rugby Touch Championship from September 11th to 15th, 2023! 🎉 Held at the Hutjena Sports Oval on Buka Island, this championship promises to be an exhilarating event that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
🏆 With divisions for Under 21, Open, Senior, and Masters categories, both male and female participants, as well as mixed teams, there's a place for everyone to showcase their skills and compete for glory. We believe in inclusivity and unity, bringing together players from Bougainville to celebrate the spirit of rugby touch.
The main goal of this championship is to prepare a formidable team from Bougainville for the national championship in Lae, scheduled for April 2024. The stakes are high, and this tournament provides the perfect platform for participants to prove their talent, forge strong teamwork, and demonstrate their dedication to representing Bougainville at the national level.
President of the Bougainville Touch Authority, Mr. Valentine Otto emphasized that only affiliated associations under the Bougainville Touch Authority will be eligible to participate in this prestigious tournament. Currently, there are five associations affiliated with us, and their enthusiasm for this championship is truly inspiring.
To ensure fairness and maintain the integrity of the competition, Mr. Otto announced that all local touch associations must pay an annual affiliation fee of K500 to be eligible for participation in tournaments within Bougainville. This requirement aims to strengthen our association and establish a sustainable sporting ecosystem that supports the growth of rugby touch on our beautiful island.
But wait, there's more! Mr. Otto also revealed an exciting Super 5 challenge happening from December 18th to 24th, 2023. It's going to be a thrilling event that brings the rugby touch season to an epic close, providing teams with yet another opportunity to showcase their skills and compete against each other.
The Bougainville Touch Authority is fully committed to nurturing rugby touch talent and promoting the sport throughout the region. With the Rugby Touch Championship and the upcoming Super 5 challenge, we strive to elevate the standard of play and foster a strong sporting culture on Buka Island and beyond.
For more information about the championship and other events organized by the Bougainville Touch Authority, contact our President, Mr. Valentine Otto on 71981249.
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