Definition
Tonneins XIII is a French sporting club that fields a team in the sport of rugby league (rugby à XIII).
Overview
The club is based in the commune of Tonneins, located in the department of Lot‑et‑Garonne in the Nouvelle‑Aquitaine region of southwestern France. It participates in the French rugby league system, competing in one of the lower national divisions (e.g., National Division 2). The team plays its home matches at a local ground in Tonneins and is affiliated with the French Rugby League Federation (Fédération Française de Rugby à XIII).
Etymology/Origin
The name “Tonneins XIII” combines the name of the town (Tonneins) with the Roman numeral “XIII,” which is traditionally used in France to denote clubs that play rugby league, a 13‑player version of rugby. This convention distinguishes rugby league clubs from rugby union clubs, which often use “XV” in their titles.
Characteristics
- Sport: Rugby league (rugby à XIII)
- Location: Tonneins, Lot‑et‑Garonne, Nouvelle‑Aquitaine, France
- Governing body: Fédération Française de Rugby à XIII
- League participation: Competes in the French national amateur divisions (the specific tier may vary by season).
- Club colours and emblem: The club traditionally uses the municipal colours of Tonneins, though exact details may change over time.
- Home venue: Matches are hosted at a local sports facility in Tonneins; the precise stadium name has not been widely documented.
Related Topics
- Rugby league in France
- Fédération Française de Rugby à XIII (French Rugby League Federation)
- Sports in Lot‑et‑Garonne
- Other French rugby league clubs that include “XIII” in their names (e.g., Toulouse Olympique XIII, Lézignan Sangliers XIII)
Note: Detailed historical data such as the exact year of foundation, notable championships, or prominent players are not consistently documented in publicly available sources. Accurate information on these specific aspects is not confirmed.