The Monmouth Renegades played a competitive game against the New York Rugby Club on Saturday, September 24. The New York Rugby Club won with a final score of 31-5.
Fullback and Vice Captain Gabby Colasurdo scored the try of the match off a penalty. In the first half, Monmouth and New York were tied 5-5, putting up a great fight against the New York team. Monmouth players rucked quickly and effectively. Forwards were at every other breakdown, consistently providing support to players going into contact. The back line was strong, strategic, and fast. The lineouts were successful and proved crucial in maintaining ball possession. Phases were completed, allowing Monmouth to advance across the field.
In the second half, NYRC started kicking the ball downfield and ran up the score. Multiple players were injured and taken off the field. With 25 minutes left in the match, the relentless Renegades finished the game with fourteen players on the pitch. Even as players were injured and the team shrank, Monmouth maintained their grit and perseverance.
