Former French XV and Stade montois pillar Jean-Baptiste Amestoy passed away this week at the age of 90.
On Thursday, ICI Gascogne announced the death of Jean-Baptiste Amestoy. The former right pillar was a symbolic player for 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, 1962). He also helped his team secure its only French first division championship title in history (1963).
An ex-French international player
His importance within the Montoise team in the 1960s was paramount. The right-hander was one of the best elements among the forwards. Standing at 1.80m and weighing over 100 kilograms, Amestoy had an exceptional physique. Very solid in defense, he caught the eye of the French team in February 1964. He played two matches with the Blues, both ending in defeat. These selections rewarded the efforts he put in with the Yellow and Black. A tribute will be paid to him during the last day of Pro D2 (Friday, May 15, 9 p.m.) on the Mont-de-Marsan pitch.
The entire Rugbyrama team extends its deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.
