The Steelheads opened the season with a glorious day of rugby in Kent against the perennial state champions and nationally ranked Crusaders on Sunday. The team had 32 players on the roster, with 26 players available to dress out Sunday, which is the largest roster the Steelheads have had in recent memory. While the score went in Kent’s favor, 25 to 15, the Steelheads were ahead at the half (10 to 7) and held the lead until late in the second half. The girls played a very physical game and excelled in the ruck and tackling. A third half was played which went very well, with the Steelheads playing mostly the starting Kent lineup to a draw. Overall it was an excellent outing and start to the season. Next week the team is away again to Bellingham to play Chuckanut.
In a recent email there was a link to a great article at ThurstonTalk.com about Budd Bay Rugby. Well, BBRFC is back in the news! This time it's OlympiaPowerandLight.com with a wonderful article about BBRFC's involvement in the growth of rugby throughout the Pacific Northwest - and the world. Check it out here. In addition, Saturday's match scores for the Barbarians may be in today's Olympian. Be sure to let these organizations know how much we appreciate receiving all this great publicity!
The teams have begun transitioning to Bush Park for the remainder of the season. Due to the sun, Daylight Savings (this Sunday - set your clock!), and other uncontrollable elements, the times and locations of training will vary for the next few weeks. Be sure to check out www.budddbayrugby.com/schedules to stay up to date on the latest training location and time.
