The Manilva Beach Rugby Costa Barbarians tournament is planned to take place on Saturday, July 19, at La Noria beach for a day of dynamic rugby action on the shores of Sabinillas. Organised by the Costa Barbarians in partnership with Manilva council’s sports department, the event is part of the Spanish Beach Rugby 5 Series and will feature competitions in U12, U14, U16, and veterans’ categories. Starting at 11am, teams from across the region will compete in fast-paced matches displaying strength, strategy, and speed. Spectators can enjoy the games from the shoreline, with beach bars and refreshments available throughout the day. The tournament will conclude with its traditional “third half”, a relaxed barbecue and prize-giving ceremony starting at 8pm, where players and attendees will celebrate the day’s events. In rugby, the “third half” is a colloquial term referring to the post-match social gathering where players, officials, and sometimes spectators come together to relax, socialise, and celebrate. It typically involves food, drinks, and camaraderie, encouraging a sense of community and sportsmanship. They say, “Rugby is a game for hooligans played by gentlemen, while football is a game for gentlemen played by hooligans,” and never is this more apparent than at a “third half”. Open to rugby fans and those seeking a lively day out by the sea, the Costa Barbarians’ beach rugby tournament offers a mix of sport, sun, and the best of community spirit on the Costa del Sol.