Himalayan Sports Management announces Everest Rugby Legacy
Summary
Himalayan Sports Management has announced ‘Everest Rugby Legacy 2027’, a project to promote rugby, youth leadership, women’s participation, climate action and sports tourism in Nepal. The initiative plans a Guinness World Record rugby match and a high-altitude event at Everest Base Camp.
Key Points
- Himalayan Sports Management launched ‘Everest Rugby Legacy 2027’ in Kathmandu in association with the Nepal Rugby Association.
- The project aims to promote rugby at the grassroots level, alongside youth leadership, women’s participation, cultural exchange and sustainable tourism.
- Organisers plan to attempt a Guinness World Record for the longest rugby match and stage a rugby event at Everest Base Camp.
- Nepal Sports Council officials and school association representatives pledged support and urged wider collaboration with schools.
