‘We’re trying to get some fireworks’: US men’s and women’s rugby teams seek Fourth of July wins
Summary
The US men’s and women’s rugby teams are playing important matches on the Fourth of July weekend. The men’s team is competing in the World Rugby Nations Cup in Denver, while the women’s team is playing two games against South Africa in Johannesburg.Key Facts
- The US celebrates its 250th birthday on July 4th, which is also when these rugby games are taking place.
- The men’s team is playing Portugal in the World Rugby Nations Cup in Denver, Colorado.
- The women’s team is playing South Africa in Johannesburg, a city known for hosting major rugby games.
- Women’s team captain Georgie Perris-Redding was born in Detroit and trained at the American Pro Rugby Training Center in Arkansas.
- Kate Zackary, a flanker on the women’s team, will earn her 50th appearance (cap) for the US during the match.
- Coach Jack Hanratty, originally from Ireland, praised US rugby player leadership and the growth of women’s rugby.
- South Africa’s women’s team is ranked 8th in the world, slightly ahead of the US team, which is ranked 10th.
- The men’s coach, Scott Lawrence, emphasized the diversity of the US team and its importance in representing the country.
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