He is undoubtedly the greatest figure at Stade Toulousain. First a double French champion with the club in the 1980s, Guy Novès then took on the role of coach of the Rouge et Noir from 1993. For more than 20 years, he enjoyed a string of successes with several generations of greats. talent, winning no less than 10 Brennus Shields and four European Cups. After a final painful experience at the head of the XV of France, Guy Novès left the field to enjoy a well-deserved retirement. However, no one has forgotten him in his hometown and a new tribute will be paid to him.
A symbolic zone
As reported La Dépêche du Midia sports complex in Ponts-Jumeaux, in Toulouse will take his name. The municipal sports area on rue des Sports will thus be renamed Espace Guy Novès. A choice all the more symbolic as Stade Toulousain occupied this area in the 1970s, with its training center and stadium. Enough to anchor Guy Novès a little more in the history of the Pink City.
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To summarize
The city of Toulouse has decided to pay a beautiful tribute to Guy Novès, emblematic player and then coach of Stade Toulousain for more than three decades. A sports complex will be renamed in his honor.
