The Tonga Rugby Union (TRU) celebrated a major milestone yesterday evening with the launch of its Rugby Academy, marking a new chapter in the development of rugby in Tonga. The Academy aims to nurture local talent and elevate high-performance standards within the sport, fostering rugby skills at all levels of the community.
TRU’s management emphasized the Academy’s mission to promote athleticism, mutual respect, and teamwork, starting from grassroots to professional levels. “We are at the beginning of an exciting journey for Tonga,” TRU said in a statement, “Together, we can make champions.”
The event attracted widespread community support, highlighting the enthusiasm for this initiative. TRU extended a heartfelt thanks to its partners, including PacificAus Sports, which has been instrumental in increasing women’s and girls’ participation in rugby. Sponsors like Bou Sports Apparel and IBSA Group were also recognized for their contributions.