Sunrise to Sunset on the Road
Sunday, February 20, 2011 at 10:34AM At 5am on Saturday, UNCC Women's Rugby loaded up the vans and headed to Atlanta to play Emory University. Kickoff was at 11am. After practicing in 30-40 degree weather, the heat was the first thing we met when we arrived.
Heat and exhaustion from getting up so early should have been factors in the game, but determination to win was the only thing the spectators saw. From the time UNCC Women hit the field, the game was ours. Meghan scored the first try with in minutes of starting. Two other try attempts taught us that there was hole just over the line and you had to hang onto the ball. Communication and quick hands got the ball out for a try by Christina and then the first of Cortney's three tries. We continued to dominate the game, teaching Emory that teams that travel are still ready to play. We exited the field with a score of 42-5 and one step closer to our goal.
MVP: Christina White, for quickness on her feet and communication
Pack Player of the Game: Jessica, for being at every ruck and tackle. Back Player of the Game: Meghan for making every tackle and great hands
Offense Player of the Game: Maddy, for running straight and leadership Defensive Player of the game: Victoria, for breaking their backline
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