Basque Rugby Leagues Resume: Kanpanzar Arrasate Hosts Elorrio in Mojategi

The men's senior promotion phase playoffs kick off this weekend, with the Arrasate team aiming for a home advantage.

Rugby ball on a green grass field, with blurred players in the background.
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Rugby ball on a green grass field, with blurred players in the background.

This weekend marks the return of the Basque Rugby Leagues, featuring the first leg of the men's senior promotion phase playoffs, with Kanpanzar Arrasate set to host Elorrio in Mojategi.

Kanpanzar Arrasate will play at Mojategi on Saturday at 4:30 PM against Elorrio, in the first leg of the promotion playoff. The white-and-purple team aims to secure an advantage before traveling to Bizkaia, despite facing a strong opponent.
Elorrio, the league champion, has been the strongest team in the qualification phase, losing only one of 18 matches and accumulating 82 points. They surpassed second-placed Uni Bilbo by 24 points. Kanpanzar Arrasate finished in fourth position, tied with Getxo at 56 points.
Meanwhile, the women's senior team, Geurea RT, composed of players from Elorrio and Urgozo, will play their final league match away against Getxo in Fadura, on Saturday at 3:00 PM. The team needs a victory to secure second place and enters the match as favorites against a weaker opponent.
The Arrasate Rugby Taldea will organize the II Popular Rugby Tournament on June 6 at Mojategi, as part of the Beer Fair. Registration is open for 8 euros and includes an event t-shirt and the third half. The tournament is non-contact, allowing anyone to participate.