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. Here's a recap of their journey through the tournament:

Pool Play Results:

Game 1: Christendom vs. Curry

Christendom opened their tournament with a dominant 41-12 victory over Curry. The team's offensive play was fast and fluid, with a number of players contributing to the scoreline. Charlie Ackla and Will Kolesar each scored twice, while Jude Burkett, Fionn Bauer, and Dan Difalco also added tries. The team's strong performance sent a message to the rest of the competition.

Game 2: Christendom vs. Hampden-Sydney

In their second pool game, Christendom secured another comfortable win, defeating Hampden-Sydney 26-0. Chris Santschi was a standout player, scoring twice, while Burkett and Jacob Kristine added tries. The defense was solid, preventing Hampden-Sydney from getting any points. Christendom continued to look sharp and disciplined in both attack and defense.

Game 3: Christendom vs. Susquehanna

Christendom finished pool play with a 21-5 victory over Susquehanna. Frank Woltering, Chris Santschi, and Fionn Bauer each scored a try in the win. While the match was closer than their previous games, Christendom's defense stood firm, allowing them to finish pool play undefeated.

Knockout Stage Results:

Quarter-Final: Christendom vs. USMM

In the quarter-finals, Christendom faced USMM and won 36-17. Will Kolesar and Charlie Ackla each scored twice, while Burkett and Santschi also added tries. The team's offensive power was too much for USMM, and the solid win sent them into the semi-finals with confidence.

Semi-Final: Christendom vs. VMI

The semi-final was a tough match, with Christendom narrowly losing 7-12 to VMI. Charlie Ackla was the only try-scorer for Christendom, but despite a strong effort, they couldn't overcome VMI's defense. The loss was tough, but the team showed resilience and fought hard to the final whistle.

3rd Place Game: Christendom vs. Richmond

Christendom bounced back from the semi-final loss to secure a 17-5 win over Richmond in the 3rd place game. Bauer, Ackla, and Burkett each crossed the try line to seal the win. The team showed great character in finishing strong, taking home the bronze medal.

Tournament Summary:

Christendom Rugby displayed excellent teamwork and determination throughout the Richmond 7's Tournament. After a dominant run in pool play, they advanced to the knockout rounds with high hopes. Though they were narrowly defeated in the semi-finals, they showed their resilience by claiming 3rd place with a strong win over Richmond. Ackla, Kolesar, Santschi, and Burkett were standout players throughout the tournament, and the team's overall performance will serve as a solid foundation for the rest of the season.