Bowl Series Recap

The sun was shining, the grass was green, and some amazing rugby was being played all day, can you really ask for much more? The ACRC Bowl series was one for the books; the first of its kind it showcased to everyone how well a rugby series like this can be put on.  Top teams from around the country all made appearances and brought their “A” games, providing all players, and spectators in attendance some epic rugby matches to watch. Concession and merchandise stands were an awesome touch, selling shirts, balls, key chains, snacks, and beers (to those of age obviously). The matches drew large crowds, something most of these players have never seen before, and the live streaming of the matches also added a whole new virtual audience, not to mention commentary to make it that much more official! The large crowds defiantly pushed these athletes to play their hardest and none of the nine games played were disappointments. The final scores for the 9 matches were:

Iona 19 Vs. Boston College 29

Texas State 7 Vs. North Carolina state 63

Western Michigan University 10 Vs. Life Eagles (Bside) 42

AIC 46 Vs. Bowling Green University 40

University of Michigan 17 Vs. Kutztown 43

Stony Brook 21 Vs. West Virginia University 20

University of North Texas 0 Vs. Umass 46

Life University (Aside) 53 Vs. Army 19

Clemson University 40 Vs. University of South Carolina

Check out this highlight video from what many considered the most entertaining game of the entire series Bowling Green Vs. AIC!

With the ACRC Bowl series over with some teams walked away with victors, some walked away losers, but everyone walked away as friends. The Rugby Athletic Center made for a beautiful venue and the entire event was full of ooo’s, ahh’s, and laughs as players, coaches, parents, and spectators alike all bonded over a love for the game. It was great to see players all from different teams and walks of life socializing after their games, forming new friendships, and even meeting up with some old ones. To check out more about the series check out the ACRC Bowl series website and Goff Rugby report for more information on the series. Did you go to any of the game or watch them on the livestream? If so leave a comment telling us who your favorite match was!