Army West Point Athletics
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Men's Rugby Ready For Star Match Against Navy
November 08, 2023 | Men's Rugby
WEST POINT, N.Y. – The Army West Point men's rugby team will prepare for a big battle against Navy in their Star Match at home this Friday, November 10th at 6:00PM.
LAST TIME OUT
- Army came up just short against Navy 14-27 in Annapolis.
- Dom Tiana and Lucas Pattinson scored the two tries for Army.
- The Black Knight defense held the midshipman to just 10 points in the first half.
- The game went down to the wire as Army cut the lead to 6 with 15 minutes left.
SCOUTING NAVY
- Navy is 10-0 this year.
- Their last game was a 53-5 victory against Penn St.
- They have posted 3 shutouts
- Outscored opponents 578-85
SERIES HISTORY
- The overall series is tied 9-9
- Army's last win came at FedEx Field on October 23rd where they beat Navy 24-17
- Army averages 17.83 points per match against Navy.
- The largest margin of victory for Army came in 2020 as they won 39-13.
COACHES CORNER:
Head Coach Matt Sherman:
"We couldn't be more excited to take on Navy on Warrior Field Friday night. Our path this fall has been a bumpy road, but we're confident in ourselves and the improvements we've been making. We believe when we continue to climb to our new best Friday night, we can and will secure victory against a very strong Navy team."
HEAR FROM THE GUYS
Vice Captain Dom Tianga:
"We are ready and eager to take the field Friday night. The brotherhood will show how much we've improved over the course of the season and leave nothing left come the final whistle."
Captain Tiaan Mosconi:
"The rivalry with Navy is special, it's a feeling that transcends into every guy on the team. We are looking forward to the opportunity and still the focus remains on our new best. The brothers are ready to take Warrior field Friday night and show the improvements we have made this season."
Vice Captain Matt de Frates:
"Friday night is going to be special. It's a clash of team cultures. We've learned a lot over the highs and lows of the season so far. Our performance will be a culmination of the effort from every man on the roster, every game played, and the hours of practice we've put in."
Watch Live:
https://www.therugbynetwork.com/scheduled-livestream/7cd23067-56e3-4137-3d6a-08dbdf876893
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