Life University’s Super League team boasts another undefeated season as they enter the first round of playoffs against Chicago Griffins on Saturday at 2 p.m. at home.
In addition to being 9-0-1, Life has surrendered the fewest number of points in the league. The Running Eagles have had several lop-sided wins this season, winning several games by 30 or more points. They stole the show in February at Ruggerfest in Ft. Lauderdale by winning the Premier Division Championship after defeating Boston Irish, Boston RFC and Saturday’s opponent, Chicago Griffins, 27-3. Most recently, Life played to a standstill in NY against undefeated New York Athletic Club tying the game at 27.
A win against the Griffins will earn Life a spot in the semi finals on May 22, with the hope of reaching the National Championship game on May 30 in San Francisco, CA.
Friday, May 14, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Life's D1 Team Advances to Round of 16
Life University's Division 1 team defeated the Cincinnati Wolfhounds in the first round of playoffs today at home, 24-15. The undefeated Running Eagles scored the first try of the game and made a penalty kick, leading at the half, 10-3.
With seven minutes left in the game, Life was only ahead by 2 points when second-row forward Chance Doyle broke a tackle and ran in for the try. It was Doyle's second try of the game. Other Life scorers include Jamey Penca who scored one try and Antoine Blanchet who had 9 kicking points.
"It was a tough game," said Director of Life Rugby Dan Payne. "We made it harder on ourselves with poor decision-making. This was a very young team taking on a very seasoned team. At this stage, we are happy to move forward."
Life University continues to the Round of 16 at Columbia on Saturday, May 22.
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