Former pillar of the French XV and Stade montois, Jean-Baptiste Amestoy has passed away this week. The iconic player from Mont-de-Marsan died at the age of 90.
This Thursday, ICI Gascogne announced the death of Jean-Baptiste Amestoy. The former right pillar was an emblematic player of Mont-de-Marsan in the 1960s. Alongside the Boniface brothers, Christian Darrouy, and Benoît Dauga, Amestoy contributed to the golden age of Stade montois. In Mont-de-Marsan, he filled the club’s trophy cabinet, winning three consecutive Yves-du-Manoir challenges (1960, 1961, and 1962). He also helped his team win its only title in the French first division championship in 1963.
An former French international
His importance within the Montois team in the 1960s was crucial. The right-hander was one of the best elements among the forwards. Standing at 1.80m tall and weighing over 100 kilograms, Amestoy had an exceptional physique. Very strong in the melee, he caught the eye of the French team in February 1964. He played in two matches with the Blues, both resulting in defeat. These selections rewarded the efforts he made with the Yellow and Black team. A tribute will be paid to him on the last day of Pro D2 (Friday, May 15, 9 pm) on the Mont-de-Marsan field.
The entire Rugbyrama team extends its sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.
