US Véore XV

What US Véore XV does

US Véore XV is a French amateur rugby union club operating as a non-profit association under the loi 1901, founded in 2002 through the merger of USC Portes-lès-Valence and US Beauvallon Vallée de la Véore. The club is headquartered in Portes-lès-Valence (Drôme) and serves an intercommunal territory spanning five communes. It fields senior teams in the Fédérale 3 division (after relegation from Fédérale 2 in 2023/2024), a complete youth pathway from Baby Rugby through M19, a women's section via the Rhône Ovalie Féminin consortium, a non-contact Rugby à V offering, and an arbitration school that qualified for the Finale Nationale CEDA in 2024. The club also operates seasonal holiday camps (Véore Rugby Vacances) for children aged M8–M14.

The club runs on a community-supported revenue model combining membership license fees, sponsorship from a network of 160+ local business partners across 40+ sectors, ticket sales via HelloAsso, merchandise through ntshop.fr, and fees from holiday camps. Operations are supported by 5–6 salaried staff (largely apprentices on professional qualifications such as DEJEPS and BPJEPS) and 55+ volunteer board members. Infrastructure includes the Stade Gabriel Coullaud (new headquarters with tribune and locker rooms, supported by municipal and departmental authorities) and the newly inaugurated Robert Fournier Training Center at Stade Jean Courtial in Beauvallon.

Commercially and operationally, US Véore XV is structurally an association rather than a business — its purpose is sporting development and community engagement rather than profit generation. The club has no parent company, no external investors, and no funding rounds. Its competitive position rests on a dense local ecosystem (government backing, business partnerships, volunteer governance, and a partnership with Stade Toulousain Academy) rather than on technology, IP, or scalable commercial assets. Growth in membership from 300+ to 400+ over two seasons has been driven by youth development investments and infrastructure expansion, while senior-team sporting results have moved in the opposite direction.

Name

US Véore XV

Legal name

Association US VEORE XV

Website

https://usveore-xv.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2002

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

US Véore XV is a French amateur rugby union club (loi 1901 non-profit) serving five communes in Drôme with senior teams in Fédérale 3, a full youth development pathway, women's rugby, and seasonal holiday camps, supported by municipal funding and 160+ local business partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Amateur Rugby Club / Community Sports Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sports Fundraising & Development Services (Foundations, NIL Collectives Support) (MPAKAKAK), Club Sports Programs (EDALAIAB)

Keywords

• Amateur rugby club
• Youth rugby development
• Rugby federation licenses
• Holiday rugby camps
• Rugby sponsorship programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Portes-lès-Valence

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual rugby licenses for players across all categories (youth, seniors, leisure)
2. Rugby Training Camps: Véore Rugby Vacances holiday camps for children M8-M14, providing meals and activities
3. Sponsorship and Partnerships: Network of 160+ local business partners supporting the club annually across 40+ sectors
4. Ticket Sales: Match ticket sales via HelloAsso platform
5. Merchandise: Club shop selling merchandise and apparel

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

US V\u00e9ore XV is a French amateur rugby union club offering a full rugby development pathway from Baby Rugby through senior F\u00e9d\u00e9rale 3 competition, including female youth teams (M18F ROF), non-contact Rugby \u00e0 V, and seasonal holiday camps (V\u00e9ore Rugby Vacances). The club generates revenue from annual licenses, camp fees, match tickets, merchandise, and a network of 160+ local business sponsors, serving 400+ members across five communes.

Product overview

US VÉORE XV is a French amateur rugby union club organized under the law of 1901 and affiliated with the Fédération Française de Rugby. The club offers a comprehensive range of rugby programs spanning youth development (Baby Rugby through M19, including a dedicated M18 feminine program), senior competitive teams in Fédérale 3, non-contact Rugby à V, seasonal sports camps (Véore Rugby Vacances), and a newly inaugurated youth training center. The club operates through partnerships with neighboring clubs for youth pooling and utilizes HelloAsso for member services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Véore Rugby Vacances: Holiday rugby camps organized by the club during school vacations for children aged M8 to M14.

Products and services

• V\u00e9ore Rugby Vacances Seasonal rugby sports camps organized during school holidays (Toussaint, winter, and spring breaks) for children aged M8 to M14. Camps include rugby activities in mornings and diverse sports in afternoons, with lunch and snacks provided, and degressive rates for multiple bookings.
• \u00c9cole de Rugby (Rugby School) Youth rugby training program covering categories from Baby Rugby (under 5) through Under-12 (M12), focused on fundamentals, teamwork, and enjoyment of the sport. FFR-labelled (working toward second star).
• Rugby \u00e0 V Non-contact rugby format (touch/tag rugby) offering a convivial and accessible alternative to traditional rugby, adapted for all ages and skill levels. Licensed through FFR.
• Fili\u00e8re Jeune (Youth Development Pathway) Structured progression pathway including M14, M16, M18 F\u00e9minine (ROF consortium), and M19 teams with rigorous follow-up and regular competitions for developing players' technical and tactical potential.
• Seniors Teams (F\u00e9d\u00e9rale 3) Senior rugby teams competing in F\u00e9d\u00e9rale 3 (fanion/first team and reserve team), representing the club at the amateur federal level.
• Centre d'Entra\u00eenement Robert Fournier Youth training center inaugurated February 14, 2024 at Stade Jean Courtial in Beauvallon, named in honor of Robert Fournier for his rugby legacy and dedication to youth. Accompanies M14, M16, M18F, and M19 players in their development.
• Rassemblement JEUNES (Youth Alliance) Collaborative youth structure involving US V\u00c9ORE XV, RC MONTMEYRAN, and RC CHABEUIL across M14, M16, and M19 age groups for combined training and competition.
• Club Merchandise and Apparel Club merchandise and apparel sold through the online shop at ntshop.fr, featuring club colors and branding.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Stade Toulousain AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining camp partnership with Stade Toulousain Academy educators. Club hosted 3-day intensive training camp with academy educators including director Emile NTAMACK. Players practiced 'méthode toulousaine' rugby techniques. Partnership provides access to professional coaching methods.
• RC MontmeyrancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth rugby partnership (rassemblement) with RC Montmeyran across M14, M16, and M19 age groups for combined training and competition.
• RC ChabeuilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth rugby partnership (rassemblement) with RC Chabeuil across M14, M16, and M19 age groups for combined training and competition.
• Rhône Ovalie Féminin (ROF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner8-club consortium for female rugby including US Véore XV, BASSIN DE CRUSSOL, AS GRÂNE, VRDR, RC LAMASTRE, US RHÔNE XV, LOVALIE XV, and ECSM XV. ROF competes in Accession à XV and Régionale à X formats.
• Ville de Portes-lès-ValencecoreOthersMunicipal partner providing stadium infrastructure (Stade Gabriel Coullaud) and financial support for new facilities including tribune, locker rooms, and reception hall.
• Département de la DrômecoreOthersDepartmental council providing support for construction of new sports infrastructure at Stade Gabriel Coullaud.
• Commune de BeauvalloncoreOthersMunicipal partner providing Stade Jean Courtial facilities and training center Robert Fournier.
• 160+ Local Business PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNetwork of 160+ local businesses across 40+ sectors including industry, agriculture, energy, construction, real estate, automotive, banking, insurance, food, and hospitality. Partners receive visibility, networking events, and association with club values.
• Bret's OfficielminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor supporting youth rugby camps and club activities.
• Intermarché Étoile-sur-RhôneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal sponsor providing support for youth rugby development activities.
• Abeille AssurancesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerInsurance partner sponsoring club events and activities.
• Charles et AliceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor supporting rugby stage events and youth activities.
• Mère MauryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business sponsor for club activities.
• La Belle Rouge MontmeyranminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal sponsor contributing to youth rugby events.
• Urbanature.26minorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor supporting club environmental and community initiatives.
• Le Primeur du ChantreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal sponsor for club activities and events.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Fédération Française de Rugby (FFR): National governing body of French rugby to which US Véore XV is affiliated. An ecosystem participant that issues the labélisation referenced by the club and regulates the federal competitions in which all senior and youth teams play.

Direct peers

• CS Bourgoin-Jallieu: Historic French rugby club with Top 14 heritage now operating in the amateur divisions. Comparable as a French rugby club navigating the transition between elite and amateur levels with a youth-development focus.
• RC Chabeuil: Neighbouring amateur rugby club in Drôme; second member of the youth rassemblement alongside RC Montmeyran. Comparable size, structure and amateur federal exposure to US Véore XV.
• SO Romagnat: Leading French women's rugby club with a strong amateur federation footing, including Élite 1 participation. Comparable as a French amateur rugby organisation with a federation-aligned youth and senior structure.
• RC Montmeyran: Neighbouring amateur rugby club in Drôme; US Véore XV's direct partner in the youth rassemblement (M14/M16/M19). Operates a similar small-club amateur model with overlapping catchment, making it the closest behavioural peer in the input data.

Broad incumbents

• LOU Rugby: Top French professional rugby club based in Lyon. Acts as a regional incumbent drawing talent and corporate sponsorship from the same Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes catchment.
• Section Paloise Béarn Pyrénées: Historic French rugby club with roots in amateur rugby and current professional teams. Comparable organisational model spanning amateur école de rugby through senior competition.
• Stade Toulousain: Top-tier French professional rugby club operating the Stade Toulousain Academy that US Véore XV has partnered with for coaching. A broader incumbent with a much larger amateur-to-professional pipeline that overlaps with US Véore XV's youth pathway.
• FC Grenoble Rugby: Professional rugby club in nearby Isère. Competes for both players and regional partners with US Véore XV, making it a relevant broader incumbent in French amateur-to-pro rugby.
• ASM Clermont Auvergne: Major professional rugby club in nearby Clermont-Ferrand (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes). Overlaps as a regional incumbent competing for the same youth talent and corporate sponsorship wallet that US Véore XV targets.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/usveorexvclubderugby
• Instagraminstagram.com/usveorexv
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/page-us-v%C3%A9ore-xv

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles26 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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