The Comox Valley Kickers women’s rugby season came to an end Saturday after a road loss to Nanaimo in a BCRU Division 1 semi-final match.
The game against their Island rivals, the Hornets, started with a lot of back-and-forth action. Defence was strong on both sides of the field. In the first half, the Kickers had strong scrums, were quick to the rucks and ran the ball well. In the second half, two key injuries to Comox Valley players changed the game. Momentum favoured Nanaimo, who scored several unanswered tries. Kickers’ points were scored by outside centre Daris Tendler and fullback Tanya Timmons, with Paula Simpson adding a successful conversion. The final score was 12-39.
“It was a very tough, physical game. Both teams came to play. We started out well but at the end just couldn’t find an answer to Nanaimo’s attack,” said Kickers captain Natalie Nguyen. “The game didn’t go our way this time around but all in all, we had a phenomenal season. I am proud of the hard work and effort that all the ladies put into practices and at the games. The camaraderie between the players on and off the pitch make it all worth it. I am excited for what the next season brings.”
Join the Kickers for their Burger & Beer fundraiser on Thursday, May 2 at the Cumberland Hotel. The event starts at 6 p.m.
The Comox Valley Kickers play touch rugby during the summer. Everyone is welcome, and no experience is needed.
For more information, visit comoxvalleyrugby.ca or email cvkickers@gmail.com.