Rugby union in Suriname

Rugby union in Suriname is a minor, but growing sport.

Governing body

The national union is not currently affiliated to the IRB.

History

Suriname is a former Dutch colony, but the sport seems to have been introduced by the British and French. The sport is reasonably popular in the Caribbean Islands, and also in Guyana.

External links

• http://www.surinamenewstoday.com/?cat=30
• "Islam and Rugby" on the Rugby Readers review (There is a considerable Muslim minority in Suriname)

References