Norwich is the #1-ranked men’s D2 college in GRR’s rankings for a reason.
The Cadets have started strong, perhaps stronger than usual. They beat Army’s C team, which is a tough game regardless of what letter you put after the West Point name, and have won their three conference games by an average score of 71-5. Norwich is usually a strong choice to win the NEWCRC, but these are good teams that the Vermont military college is beating by ten tries or more.
“We’ve got a good bunch,” said Head Coach Bob Weggler. “We have a number of returners from last year, and you know in college rugby you go through cycles—we’re in a good part of that cycle.”
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Weggler expected to get good playmaking and leadership from flyhalf Leo Clayburgh, and that has certainly been the game.
“Leadership on the pitch makes a big difference,” said Weggler. “Leo’s been a big part of our success.”
Returning most of the backline for this season, Weggler wasn’t all that surprised that they can score tries.
