PREVIEW: #6 Men’s rugby on the road to challenge the Stingers
September 11, 2024
September 15, 2024
- The Matchup: (6) Ottawa Gee-Gees (1-0) at Concordia Stingers (0-1)
- Location: Concordia Stadium
- Kickoff: 1:00 p.m.
- Last meeting: Ottawa 31, Concordia 40 – Sep. 30, 2023, at Concordia Stadium
OTTAWA GAME NOTES
- Major stat leaders
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- Tries: Glenn Roy, Connor Billo – 1
- Converts: Glenn Roy – 1
- Ottawa started the season on a high note with a clutch victory against ETS, the 18-16 victory marked the first win as head coach for James Flemming.
- Gee-Gees captain Jamie Armstrong showcased his speed and skill in the home opener, facilitating plenty of opportunities for Ottawa. He earned game MVP honours.
- In their loss to Concordia in 2023, Glenn Roy and Yenam Zouzoua were the major producers for the Gee-Gees. The two will look to have big performances this time around.
CONCORDIA GAME NOTES
- Major stat leaders
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- Tries: Cameron Harte – 1
- Converts: Philip Hacala – 1
- Concordia suffered a 30-10 loss to McGill to kick off the 2024 season.
- Three different players contributed to the Stingers ten points. Cameron Harte with a try, Philip Hacala with the convert, and Nicholas Gagnon with a penalty kick.