State Champs Crowned in Connecticut, Illinois, New York
The past week saw several state champions crowned in Boys HS rugby, with New York, Connecticut, and Illinois all seeing championship games.
Here's a roundup:
Illinois
Glen Ellyn ran out to a 24-7 lead and held off Notre Dame de la Salette 36-29 in the Illinois Boys D1 final.
Massachusetts HS Finals Finalized
The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association rugby season is entering its playoffs.
In an early semifinal Belmont HS defeated BC High 49-14 to advance to the final.
The Championship Journey of the Belmont Shore Family
Word came down from various opposing coaches early this season—2022 national cub runner-up Belmont Shore wasn't just good, they were better than laster year.
From the opening week of play that seemed to be true. Belmont Shore brought back several returning players, but also reloaded with a pile of talent and, to a certain extend, a different look.
Green Bay Dominant Again in Wisconsin State Win
Green Bay defeated Pulaski 44-17 win the Wisconsin Youth Rugby boys final Saturday, capping off another undefeated season.
This is the third straight state final for the Leprechauns. However, the games have become more and more competitive over the years. Gone are the major blowouts as more clubs have clawed their way out of COVID disruptions and bolstered heir numbers.
D1 and D2 Finalists Set for Connecticut
Fairfield Prep and Greenwich HS will meet up this coming weekend in the Connecticut D1 state final after both won semifinals.
