The ten team GRCC will be contested in two Pools, followed by playoffs in a quarter-final, semi-final and final legs of the tournament. Pool A will be contested between the 2016/17 Champion Conquerors Sporting Club and Accra Rugby Club, Cosmos Buffaloes RFC, Dansoman Hurricanes RFC and Griffons RFC.

Pool B has Dennis Foundation Sporting Club, Lions RFC, Stallions RFC, UCC Spartans RFC and Western Cheetahs RFC competing to progress to the playoff stages of the GRCC. According to the GRCC Organising Committee (GRCCOC), the Championship promises to produce great excitement and entertainment.

Mr Steve Noi, Chairman of the GRCCOC, said the quality of Rugby in Ghana has shown remarkable improvement over the last three years and that this year’s Championship will witness the display of great skills and also great entertainment to fans and spectators.