The Rugby World Cup may have kicked off in Paris on Friday, but last week also saw the culmination of another rugby competition: The Parliamentary Rugby World Cup.
Taking place at the Stade de la Faisanderie in Paris, the final game was between the UK Parliament rugby team and the European Parliament (EP) rugby team, sponsored and supported by the sporting goods industry’s own FESI, the Federation of European Sporting Goods Industry.
The partnership between FESI and the EP rugby team was facilitated through the efforts of FESI’s Vice President, Charlotte Cox, also President EMEA of Pentland Brands, a member company of FESI. The team received official jerseys and equipment, courtesy of Canterbury, Pentland group’s brand of rugby equipment.
The Parliamentary Rugby World Cup not only celebrates the sport but also underscores the importance of values such as teamwork, respect, and fair play. FESI has been a steadfast supporter of the EP rugby team from the outset, previously participating in a friendly game last Spring between the EP and the French Parliament teams.
As for the final score, the EP rugby team secured a victory against the UK team, with a score of 22-12.
