St. Thomas of Houston Wins Dramatic Local Derby
St. Thomas edged Strake Jesuit 24-22 Wednesday night in a huge game among school teams in Texas.
Both teams were undefeated going into this match and it proved to be a very intense contest.
"A lot of these guys know each other and have played each other since middle school," said St. Thomas Head Coach James Wolfinger. "It was a true derby."
Gamebreakers for March in HS Rugby
Here's a little look back at the past month or so and the players who had some big performances.
Jaxson Siroky, Wichita
The Wichita wing scored three tries in a victory over Junction City.
Andy Campanell, Bixby
Described by his coach as "a large, fast wrecking ball," Campanell has exploded onto the scene for Bixby this year at center.
Old Guard Strong in New-Look Utah League
One of the features of high school rugby in the last couple of years is the realignment, readjustment, and reimagining of various leagues.
Some have succeeded, some have fallen flat, and some have been rebuilt.
Boys School-Team Rankings Week 11
Well we have a new #1.
This was a tough call because, at least this week, Herriman didn't have a matchup that screamed "send us to #1!" Our other options were St. Ignatius, who won a game GRR watched and we came away thinking they needed something more; and St. Francis, who were dynamic and thrilling, but have also lost a couple of games this season.
Tour to Ireland a Special Event for KC Jr. Blues
The Kansas City Junior Blues are on tour in Ireland Irish Rugby Tours, taking their first international tour in 16 years.
The last time they were touring overseas, Eddie Cummings was the coach. Now his sone, Casey, is the coach and to be able to take the team overseas is a special moment for Casey.
