Platinum Sponsor DAC Management will once again sponsor the Lao Men’s National 15s Team in their upcoming Asian 5 Nations Division 3 East competition to be held in Vientiane, Laos. Laos will be hosting China, Guam, and Indonesia in central Vientiane on 29 and 31 May.
The Men’s National Team hopes to build on last year’s gritty debuts against Pakistan and Uzbekistan in Division 4 in Dubai. Their progress thus far has been made possible through the generous support of DAC Management. Thirteen of the National Team players are fresh off their highest finish yet in the Altus Kowloon RugbyFest Tournament in Hong Kong this past March. DAC made the Hong Kong tour possible for a third consecutive year. DAC Management-sponsored Lao Nagas returned home from the prestigious Hong Kong 7s grounds equipped with a stronger sense of confidence and newfound knowledge and experiences, which will be crucial to their success in the upcoming Asian 5 Nations Competition.
DAC Management LLC (“DAC”) is a privately held investment manager specializing in Asia alternative investments and has sponsored the LRF since 2012. DAC management’s founding partner, Phil Groves, is also the chairman of Silver Heritage Limited, a Silver Sponsor of the Lao Rugby Federation since 2007. Silver Heritage’s support has long been geared toward youth and community development activities, while DAC Management primarily sponsors the elite programs.
“Mr. Groves and Silver Heritage play a role in cultivating young talent, while he and DAC Management serve to continue the development of these prospects once they reach the national team level. The incredible generosity of Phil Groves, DAC Management, and Silver Heritage are vital to not only the development, but also the sustainability and success of the LRF and rugby in the Lao PDR,” comments Mr. Virayouth Rathikoun, LRF President.
The Federation and its players are very appreciative of all the opportunities and experiences made possible by DAC Management. “We are very grateful to DAC for making it possible for us to pursue our dreams and represent our country in Division 3. We hope to show our appreciation through a strong effort and successful showing at the Asian 5 Nations Competition,” said veteran Anousith Chaleunsouk.
All matches will take place at Chao Anou Vong Stadium with the Lao team playing on Thursday, 29 May and Saturday, 31 May. Kickoff for both matches is set for 6 pm. Tickets to the event are free and available on the day of the event, so all are invited to come out on match days to cheer on the teams. Fans can also watch the finals live on TVLao on 31 May.
