News - Europe

The Federation of International Touch congratulates Scotland's Victor Francisco Suarez, who has been awarded the Glasgow Evening Times Community Champion Award for Sport, for all the work he has done, and continues to do, developing Touch in Glasgow.

England have taken out the 2013 Home Nations tournament, held in Dublin, Ireland, claiming 6 of the 8 titles on offer. Wales - who finished 2nd overall - took the spoils in the Womens; whilst Scotland claimed the MXO.

The 8th edition of Touch in Paris was held on Saturday the 18th May at Gif sur Yvette. Hosted by the local club, Roosters, the tournament was a great success despite the wet weather.

Blue skies, perfect weather and 16 teams from all over Europe graced this year's Capital Cup as defending champions The Inglorious Basterds won the 2013 Grand Final with a 5-1 victory over Courant d'R from Paris.

The England Touch Association's recent 2013 National Championships saw the South East Taipans (Men's), the South East Sharks (Women's), and the Northern Monkeys (Masters) crowned as National Champions of their respective divisions.Well done to the Taipans and Sharks for successfully defending their titles, and congratulations to the Northern Monkeys, who won the inaugural Masters series 2-1 after a thrilling drop-off encounter in a nail-biting game 3 decider!The ETA would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who contributed to the organisation of the championships, Bolton School for providing a superb venue, the England Touch medical teams, and the referees. A successful tournament wouldn't have been possible without your contribution!