Reception in Honor of Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018
2018/7/20
Consul General Uyama with the Men’s and Women’s Rugby Sevens Teams
Welcome remarks from Consul General Uyama
On Tuesday, July 17, Consul General Uyama hosted a reception at his residence in honor of the Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018, to be held at AT&T Park in San Francisco on July 20-22. During his opening speech, Consul General Uyama welcomed both Japan’s Men’s and Women’s Rugby Sevens teams and commented on the unifying nature of sports, expressing his excitement for both the Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018 and for the 2019 Rugby World Cup to be held in Japan. During the program, representatives from the Japanese Rugby Sevens Teams, World Rugby, USA Rugby, and the Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018 gave remarks. Afterwards, guests had the opportunity to meet and speak with the Japanese players.
The Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018 tournament begins Friday, July 20 and continues until Sunday, July 22.
The Rugby World Cup Sevens 2018 tournament begins Friday, July 20 and continues until Sunday, July 22.
Dai Ozawa, Men’s Rugby Sevens Team Captain greets the audience
Remarks from Mr. Rob Abernethy, Rugby World Cup 2019 General Manager
Greetings from Mr. Ross Young, CEO of USA Rugby
Toast led by Ms. Rosie Spaulding, General
Message from USA Rugby Eagles 15’s Captain Blaine Scully
Presentation of jerseys by Japanese team captains to Consul General Uyama
The players and attendees mingle at the reception
