Texas A&M Ireland Travel Log – Match 1

We traveled north to Navan last night for our first match of the tour vs Navan WRFC. The weather was unlike anything we’ve seen in Texas for a long time. 40 degrees, raining, and 40-50 mph winds. The Aggies played with a lot of courage under those conditions. Despite the wet and cold we showed some impressive ball movement, but struggled to finish down close until Brea Hughes broke through 15 minutes in to score under the posts. Score 5 – 0 Ags.

It wasn’t until 61 minutes into the the game that another score came. Becca Barron broke up the middle and went in from 40 meters out. Hillary Wells made the conversion to put the Aggies up 12 – 0. It was a struggle of defenses and weather the rest of the match, and the final whistle blew with the score remaining 12 – 0. The Navan WRFC gave a us a very warm reception in the club house after everyone thawed out. The club President presented the team with their club crest to show their appreciation.

I was very pleased with our performance, especially given the conditions. However, we will have to improve in a few areas if we expect to continue our success against a much stronger Young Munster later this week.

Thanks for your support and let me know if you need anything,

GIG ‘EM!!!
Will