The All-Japan High School Rugby Tournament opened at Osaka's Hanazono Rugby Stadium, and for the first time in three tournaments, the match was held without restrictions on the number of spectators.
In the 102nd tournament this time, 51 schools that won the prefectural tournament participated. was done.
Until last season, the two tournaments were held without spectators, and the admission of general spectators was limited to about 10,000 people, but this time, for the first time in three tournaments, there will be no spectator admission restrictions. .
The audience continued to be asked to wear masks and refrain from cheering loudly, but at the match between Gifu Kogyo and Kochi Chuo High School held on the first ground where the stands are located, many rugby fans were there. I was applauding the players.
In the match, Gifu Kogyo, who participated in the tournament for the first time in five tournaments, scored six tries and won 38 to 15 to advance to the second round.
Riki Tanaka of Gifu Kogyo said, "I've been practicing with the goal of winning at Hanazono, so I'm happy. Due to the corona crisis, I often played without support, so the support helped me." was talking
She also said that the fans who visited the venue said, "I can't raise my voice, but I want to cheer you on," and, "I'm looking forward to a hot battle between high school students."
The final will be held on January 7th.