GRR: West Point
The second DI game of the varsity season occurred between Army and American International College yesterday, and the Cadets put themselves on the winning end of a thrilling 29-26 contest. The Yellow Jackets did well to overcome a two-try deficit in the first half and even briefly took the lead, but a 75th minute try gave the West Pointers the cushion they needed for the win.
Labor Day Weekend starts with some exciting women’s college games, which involve five DI and DII varsity programs going head-to-head.
This season for the West Point men’s team is a big one, as the Black Knights attempt to build on a strong showing in 2014-15 with a new coach, the loss of an inspirational leader, and new players.
WEST POINT, N.Y. (USMMA Release) – The Army West Point men's rugby program has hired Matt Sherman as Men's Rugby Coach, Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Boo Corrigan announced today.
Army is the new DI ACRA 7s champion, unseating Norwich after a 22-7 title bout. It’s tempting to focus on the victories over the Vermont side, which had won 63-straight 7s games entering this weekend’s championship, but the spotlight needs to shine on the West Pointers themselves. The hosts dominated the field and played a commanding, smart campaign to the title.