Fort Hunt Wins Battle of the Beltway
Fort Hunt defeated Vienna 40-31 Saturday in a rivalry match that has become known as the Battle of the Beltway.
It was a highly competitive, hard-fought, open, and high-scoring game that either team could have won.
Vienna Wins HS Nationals Play-In Over Fort Hunt Vienna defeated Fort Hunt in a game that likely secured a place at HS Nationals for the winner. Fort Hunt started the game kicking deep into the Vienna 22, but Vienna answered with some good ball-handling and running the ball back.
The Bumpy But Rewarding Journey of Vienna Rugby
Vienna's journey to victory in Tier II of the HS National Championships could potentially be traced back two years.
Gonzaga Wins a Gonzaga Classic Full of Surprises
Behind a very strong showing by their back row, Gonzaga defeated the Charlotte Cardinals 22-10 to win the Gonzaga Classic.
While pool play was shortened somewhat on Saturday due to lightning, the excellent weather on Sunday made for an excellent day of rugby throughout the 12-team boys premier tournament.
Vienna Gets By Fort Hunt in Virginia
In a clash of the two strongest HS club teams in Virginia, Vienna held off Fort Hunt 19-10.
"It was a super-physical game," said Fort Hunt Head Coach Dale Roach. "Strong defense from both teams and hard running. We look forward to seeing them again in the playoffs."
