WPL Match Summary & Video – Twin City Amazons vs Beantown by McGhee

It was crisp, classically New England fall day in Newport, RI when Beantown and the Amazons met up for their second regular season match. This game came with some weight – the ‘Zons were looking to solidify their spot as the number one team in the conference, and Beantown, ranked second, were looking to challenge. With a valiant effort from both sides, the Amazons came out on top, winning 36-26.

The first half started with the ‘Zons roaring out of the gate, scoring a try within the first five minutes, putting them up 7-0. Beantown answered with a try of their own 4 minutes later, putting them even at 7-7. Beantown tried to hold on, but the Amazons continued to beat them on the outside, scoring 4 more tries in the half. Near the end of the half, a yellow card was issued to Bridges of the ‘Zons, and they played 1 man down for the rest of the half. The score at half time was 29-14 Amazons.

The second half would prove to be more fruitful for Beantown. They kept the ‘Zons to one try in the half, while scoring 3 more tries for themselves, which garnered them a bonus point for the game. The forwards seemed to turn on for Beantown and were very aggressive. Although Beantown did not win, they certainly gave the ‘Zons a good game and showed their determination on the field. Final score, 36-26 Amazons.

Match Video

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