WHAT A COMEBACK! After starting off the match miserably USA found themselves down early in the second half of their quarterfinal match 19-0. The Eagles rally was sparked by two consecutive tries by newly substituted Maka Unafe. Captain Madison Hughes Converted the drop kick after from a tough angle despite heavy winds. Down 19-14 Speedster Perry Baker flew past Argentina's defense to score the go ahead try right between the posts. Hughes converted to go up 21-19 but there was still time left on the clock. Argentina gained possession and were driving down the pitch after time expired. With their backs against the wall the Eagles made a terrific defensive stand to seal the victory and advance to the semifinals of the Las Vegas tournament.
The question is did you watch? I certainly hope so, it was as thrilling as any 7 minutes can be. Rugby is a beautiful game. A sport that in recent years has gained exposure in the States. The Sevens variety is more popular than 15s. Rugby puts on display a combination of brute strength complimented by some of the fastest athletes in the world. It requires physical and mental endurance along with intelligence. For those not familiar with rugby, it may seem like just athletes without a helmet or pads running into each other full speed ahead. Though that does happen it's so much more than that. Ask yourself this, what other sport will a referee tell a 6'5" 250 pound grown man to serve a penalty and the player's response is "Sorry Sir" before sprinting over to the sin bin? Don't take my word for it, see for yourself tomorrow as USA plays for a chance to make the finals. I think you'll like what you see.
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