# French professional sports seasonal preparations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/french-professional-sports-seasonal-preparations
> Updated: 2026-08-23T10:00:07.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Various French sports teams are preparing for upcoming competitive seasons across multiple disciplines.

In rugby, SU Agen secured a 37-21 preseason victory over Colomiers, marking their second consecutive win. In ice hockey, the Boucaniers de Toulon are preparing for a transition to Division 2 by hosting a training camp and recruiting international players.

In basketball, Boulazac Basket Dordogne has finalized its Espoirs and U18 rosters, incorporating both returning players and new recruits. Meanwhile, in women’s handball, ES Besançon is working to rebuild its league standing and aim for a return to European competition following a previous eighth-place finish.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: French sports: Boulazac Basket and ES Besançon prepare for new seasons

French sports updates: Boulazac Basket Dordogne unveils its new Espoirs and U18 basketball rosters, while ES Besançon handball aims to return to European competition after a disappointing season.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-sports-boulazac-basket-and-es-besanon-prepare-for-new-seasons

### 2026-08-13: French sports update: SU Agen wins in rugby as Boucaniers prepare for hockey promotion

SU Agen maintains an undefeated preseason in rugby with a win over Colomiers, while the Boucaniers de Toulon ice hockey team begins training camp to prepare for Division 2.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-sports-update-su-agen-wins-in-rugby-as-boucaniers-prepare-for-hockey-promotion

---
Cite as: French professional sports seasonal preparations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/french-professional-sports-seasonal-preparations