Dubai: Two of the world’s best touch rugby players, Dylan Hennessey and Peter Walters, will make an appearance at the third Middle East Touch Championships at Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club on October 21.
Australia’s Hennessey is widely regarded as the best player in the world, while Walters is dubbed the godfather of touch.
Over 36 teams will compete in men’s, women’s, mixed and veteran categories from across the region and for the first time there will also be a youth tournament for Under-9s, Under-12s and Under-14s.
John Larkins, President of Middle East Touch, said: “With the game’s strong Australian and New Zealand heritage, we are delighted to have both Dylan and Peter on board and playing for the same side at this year’s tournament. Who better to learn the ins and outs of the game from than two of the sport’s real heroes? With more than 150 international caps between them, we’re sure they will provide fantastic inspiration to all participants on the day.
“As someone who lives and breathes touch, I am thrilled at the way the sport is taking off in the region, particularly among schools. Kings Al Barsha has recently become the new Centre of Excellence for touch in Dubai and the number of grassroots programmes we run in Abu Dhabi has doubled in the last year alone. “As a totally inclusive sport, regardless of age, sex or ability, it’s so encouraging that more and more people are recognising the benefits of touch as a means of getting fit and active in a fun and social environment. For those who have the Touch bug already or those wanting to give it a try, it’s not too late to register a team.”
To register visit MiddleEastTouchChamps.me or email victoria@corporateaffair-me.com or to sponsor email jane@corporateaffair-me.com.
