Wikipedia - Club de Rugby Los Tilos
Club de Rugby Los Tilos is an Argentine rugby union club based in the city of Tolosa in La Plata Partido, Buenos Aires Province. The team currently plays in Top 12, the first division of the URBA league system.
History
In 1944, the city of La Plata had two rugby clubs: Universitario and La Plata; disabused players of the former seceded and went on to found the Club de Rugby Los Tilos on January 29, 1944.
The name "Los Tilos" was chosen to honour the city's nickname. La Plata is often called "the city of linden tree" because of the large number of that species lining many streets and squares.
Originally sharing the city's university installations, the club moved to its current location in Barrio Obrero at the beginning of the 1950s.
Los Tilos only spent two seasons in the Unión de Rugby de Buenos Aires (URBA) third division before being promoted to second division. Promotion to the top level would come in the 1990s although Los Tilos has been promoted and relegated many times since then.
While the team has won many titles at underage level, Los Tilos has not won any URBA title at senior level to date. The team's best run in the competition was in 2002 when it reached the semi-final stage, eventually losing to San Isidro Club (SIC) 34-20. Some of its team player are Matías Albina, Nicolás Barán, Ramiro Bernal, Federico Cortopasso, Martín Etcheverry, Andrés Fernández, Karim Guevara, Diego Herrera, Federico Méndez, León Salim, Luis y Rafael Silva, Sebastián y Mariano Stephens, Martín Pardo y Andrés Volcoff
Los Tilos won the promotion in 2010 and currently plays at the top level of the URBA league system since 2011 season.
The team's colors are green and white, and their emblem features a majestic tilo tree, which is native to Argentina. Los Tilos is known for their passionate and loyal supporters who pack the stands at their home matches, creating an electric atmosphere.
The team is made up of a mix of experienced veterans and talented young players, all of whom are committed to upholding the proud tradition of Los Tilos. With a strong coaching staff and a deep roster of talented athletes, Los Tilos is a formidable opponent for any team they face on the rugby field.
Off the field, Los Tilos is actively involved in the local community, hosting youth rugby clinics and participating in charitable events. The team prides itself on promoting the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect both on and off the field.
Overall, Los Tilos is a respected and successful rugby union team with a rich history and a bright future ahead.