GRR: 7s
It was a difficult day for the USA Women’s National 7s team in Langford, BC, but in the end they got what they wanted.
The Eagles started off poorly, losing to a Spain team they really should beat handily - an early 7-0 lead was undone by two Spanish tries - the second and game-winner from a fumbled lineout on the USA 5-meter. Spain won 10-7.
The USA Men's 7s team wrapped up Saturday's pool play at the Singapore 7s with a 19-12 loss to New Zealand, which puts them into a Sunday matchup with Russia for the bowl quarterfinals.
Several conferences take one more step to a college 7s national title, or decide who will qualify for the USA Rugby championship tournament in Cary, NC.
The USA started the Singapore 7s in impressive fashion, running out to a 24-0 lead in the first half over Canada in their first game, and cruising to a 36-14 win.
The ACRC 7s is set for April 30 and May 1 at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex in Virginia Beach, Va.
Twelve teams are expected to compete in the men’s college 7s tournament, which features some outstanding talent along the East Coast.
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