GRR: Connecticut
Fairfield Prep defeated Staples 43-14 in midweek Connecticut action.
Staples would kick off with a massively high kick from Eoin Cuddy, who would use the boot all day to try to play territory against Prep, and whose restarts are elite level. Staples would retain several of their restarts.
In a game between two highly-ranked teams in Connecticut, Staples HS (ranked #5 among school teams) tied Aspetuck (ranked #10 among HS clubs) on Friday night.
In a physical, spirited match, Staples did well to contains a very dangerous set of Aspetuck backs and some powerful forwards.
Staples HS Rugby is partnering with Major League Rugby teams Rugby United New York and New England Free Jacks for a college showcase and combine on February 12 in Connecticut.
Aspetuck took on Staples HS in Connecticut and got plenty of competition from their in-state rivals.
The day started with Aspetuck needing to learn the adjusted rules for COVID that would be enforced playing the High School Team from Westport. The biggest impact was the rule that no mauls would be allowed, and Aspetuck seemed to be off their game a bit because of it.
The last two weeks have produced two wins and three losses for the Aspetuck Valley Rugby Club in Connecticut, but don’t be fooled, that 2-3 record now has the team on the rankings radar.