2024-25 Christendom Rugby News

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Crusaders Take 4th at Franklin & Marshall 7s After Strong Two-Day Run
Crusaders Take 4th at Franklin & Marshall 7s After Strong Two-Day Run

The Christendom College Rugby team delivered a weekend of hard-hitting, fast-paced rugby at the Franklin & Marshall 7s Tournament in Lancaster, PA, finishing 4th overall after a dominant Day 1 and a gutsy Day 2.

Christendom Rugby Team Takes 3rd in Fighting Irish 7’s Tournament
Christendom Rugby Team Takes 3rd in Fighting Irish 7’s Tournament

The Christendom Rugby Team traveled to South Bend, Indiana, to compete in the Fighting Irish 7’s Tournament. It was an exciting and competitive weekend for the team, who showed great resilience and teamwork throughout the tournament. Here’s how they fared in each of their matches:

Christendom Rugby Takes 3rd at Richmond Tournament
Christendom Rugby Takes 3rd at Richmond Tournament

The Christendom Rugby team had an impressive run at the Richmond 7's Tournament, ultimately securing 3rd place after a series of exciting and competitive matches. From the very beginning, the team showcased their talent and teamwork, dominating the pool stage before pushing through a tough knockout round that ended in a semi-final loss. However, they displayed great resilience, securing a solid victory in the 3rd place game.

Rugby 7's Falls in Finals at Peach Cup 7's
Rugby 7's Falls in Finals at Peach Cup 7's

Atlanta, GA- Christendom College had a strong showing at the Peach Cup 7's Rugby Tournament. In their first pool game, they defeated Citadel 22-7. Matt Verrengia, Jude Burkett, Chris Santschi, and Charlie Ackla all recorded tries in the win.

Crusaders Take 7th In Frostbite 7's Tournament
Crusaders Take 7th In Frostbite 7's Tournament

Lancaster, PA- The Christendom Crusaders rugby team finished 7th out of 12 DI teams at their latest tournament, showing resilience and teamwork throughout a tough competition.

Christendom Rugby Brings Home Conference Championship
Christendom Rugby Brings Home Conference Championship

Culpeper, VA - Christendom College captured the 2024 Cardinals Collegiate Rugby Conference Championship this past weekend, defeating Hampden-Sydney College, Washington & Lee University, and the Virginia Military Institute (VMI) along their path to the title.

Crusaders Win Big on Senior Day
Crusaders Win Big on Senior Day

Front Royal, VA – The Christendom Crusader Rugby team dominated in a 72-7 home match against Hampden Sydney College on Saturday, November 11/2.

Crusaders Shutout Washington & Lee for Second Win of the Year
Crusaders Shutout Washington & Lee for Second Win of the Year

Lexington, VA – Christendom Crusaders Rugby Team picked up their second win on the year with a 29-0 shutout victory over Washington & Lee. 

Crusader Rugby Picks Up First Win on the Road Over HSC
Crusader Rugby Picks Up First Win on the Road Over HSC

Farmville, VA – Christendom Crusaders Rugby Team travelled to Hampden Sydney College on Saturday, 9/29, winning 30-24 over the Tigers.

Crusaders Drop Tough Game at Home
Crusaders Drop Tough Game at Home

Front Royal, VA - The Christendom Crusader Rugby team fell to UVA 31-25 in a home match on September 21.

Christendom Athletics Transitions Streaming to USCAA Sports Network
Christendom Athletics Transitions Streaming to USCAA Sports Network

Starting November 9, Christendom Athletics will discontinue streaming its athletic events on YouTube. Instead, all events will now be broadcast through the USCAA Sports Network, providing a dedicated platform for fans and supporters to catch all the action.