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The USA Women's Eagles were pipped 27-19 by Australia's Wallaroos at GIO Stadium in Canberra Saturday, moving the USA to 0-2 in Pacific Four Series.
Despite a huge game by prop Hope Rogers, who scored three tries, the Eagles couldn't pull out a victory.
It was an interesting Day One at the CRAA D1AA 7s, with teams from the Heart of America enjoying a solid showing, and the favorites coming through with the type of performances fans expected.
Played at the University of Kansas's very picturesque Westwick Rugby Complex in Lawrence, Ks., The tournament produced some tight games and some surprises.
Belmont Shore and Majestics showcased some serious skill throughout Friday and Saturday at the Girls HS Club National Championships.
Early Saturday morning, at 2:55AM ET, the USA women will take on Australia in a crucial Pacific Four game.
The Eagles have already lost to Canada (and were a shade unlucky) and Australia has already lost to New Zealand (and were a shade unlucky), and it's likely that this game will decide which of these two teams will advance to the WXV 1 later in the year.
Yes this is the weekend before HS Nationals but really only a few teams are taking a breather this week.
We've got some major games even for some teams building toward the national tournament, which kicks off this coming Thursday.