PREVIEW: #6 Men’s rugby to defend the Pumpkin Bowl against their crosstown rivals on Saturday
October 9, 2024
Saturday, October 12
- Matchup: #6 Ottawa Gee-Gees (3-1) vs Carleton Ravens (0-4)
- Location: Ravens Field
- Kickoff: 1:00 p.m.
- Last meeting, Ottawa 60, Carleton 20 – Oct. 14, 2023 at Ravens Field
OTTAWA GAME NOTES
- Major stat leaders:
- The Gee-Gees suffered their first loss of the 2024 season on the road against McGill, Falling 37-21 to the undefeated squad.
- Ottawa will look to bounce back in a battle with their crosstown rivals, the Carleton Ravens. The Gee-Gees haven't lost to the Ravens since joining the RSEQ.
- Despite a loss, the Gee-Gees showcased their ability to play as a team during their game against the Redbirds. They were competitive throughout the match, and stopped McGill's redzone drives on more than one occasion.
CARLETON GAME NOTES
- Major stat leaders:
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- Tries: Kirkland Irving – 1
- Converts: Liam Power – 1
- The Ravens have only scored seven points so far this season, earning a single try and convert during their game against Concordia (Oct. 6).
- Carleton will end their season with a pair of tough games on home turf as they host Ottawa and ETS.