GRR: WXV
Vancouver, BC - The USA lost 26-14 to Ireland in their final WXV 1 game, and it was a tough way to end it.
The Eagles were definitely on the wrong side of the referee's whistle and as the penalties piled up a 14-7 lead with about 20 to go evaporated in a series of whistles, cards, and discipline breakdowns.
As the USA women’s 15s Eagles look to Friday’s WXV 1 game against Ireland they have to feel like they are making progress.
Now one wonders how they can show that against Ireland … and Ireland team, by the way, that beat New Zealand less than two weeks ago.
Vancouver, BC (USA Release)—The USA Women’s Eagles have a short week as they prep for their final WXV 1 match against Ireland, kicking off Friday, October 11 at 3:30pm ET, live on RugbyPass TV.
Saturday's test match against France will be a test of resilience and perhaps leadership.
The USA women take on France in WXV 1
Vancouver, BC (USA Rugby Release)—The USA Women’s Eagles prep continues into the second week of WXV 1, as the team prepares to meet France on the pitch. Head Coach Sione Fukofuka announced today the match day 23 roster. USA v France kicks off 3:30pm ET Saturday, October 5, live on RugbyPass TV.