GRR: Harvard
The National Intercollegiate Rugby Association crowned three champions Sunday in a day that showcased how much the women’s college game has come with the increase in the number of varsity teams.
Six teams are set to go for three separate NIRA championships Sunday at Harvard University’s Robert A. Mignone Field.
The games will be shown LIVE on ESPN+
Goff Rugby Report editor Alex Goff will join John Broker in the booth.
Dartmouth defeated Harvard 41-22 to win the Women's Ivy League Championship on Saturday, garnering some payback for a 50-34 Harvard win earlier in the fall.
Freshman Kristin Bitter scored a try, four conversions, and a penalty to log 16 points, while junior Idia Ihensekhien ran in three tries.
The National Intercollegiate Rugby Association top tier is almost done with its regular season, with Harvard and Dartmouth winning big this past weekend.
The playoffs may be different but right now all eyes in the NIRA are on Hanover, NH.
With Army having beaten Harvard, who beat Dartmouth, this week’s Army at Dartmouth clash will either confirm West Point as the top dog, or throw the league into a bit of confusion.