Belmont Shore and Eagle Soar at 2025 Girls High School Rugby Nationals in Madison
The 2025 Girls High School Rugby National Championships brought together the nation's top talent for a thrilling weekend of competition from May 16–18 at the Wisconsin Rugby Sports Complex in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin. The event featured both high school club and single-school divisions, uniting elite programs from across the country in a showcase of skill, determination, and sportsmanship.
🏆 Tier 1 Club Championship: Belmont Shore Reigns Supreme
In the Tier 1 club division, Belmont Shore Rugby Club from California emerged as the national champions. After a commanding 80–0 victory over Chicago Valkyries (IL) and a hard-fought 34–0 win against United (UT) in the semifinals, Belmont Shore faced the Majestics (UT) in the final. Displaying exceptional teamwork and resilience, Belmont Shore secured a 31–29 victory in Over Time to claim the championship title in what can only be described as an epic final!
🏆 Single-School Division I: Eagle Captures the Crown
In the single-school Division I bracket, Eagle High School from Idaho delivered a stellar performance throughout the tournament. After an 80–0 quarterfinal win over City Honors (NY) and a dominant 38–0 semifinal victory against Catholic Memorial (TWI), Eagle faced Meridian (ID) in the championship match. Demonstrating tactical prowess and cohesive play, Eagle secured a 34–7 win to become the national champions.
📍 A Unified Celebration of Girls’ Rugby
This year's tournament marked the second consecutive year that both the high school club and single-school championships were held concurrently at the Wisconsin Rugby Sports Complex. The venue provided a premier setting with top-notch facilities. The unified event attracted teams from across the nation and offered a valuable opportunity for college scouts and USA Rugby age-grade coaches to observe emerging talent.
The 2025 Girls High School Rugby National Championships not only crowned deserving champions but also celebrated the growth and excellence of girls' rugby across the United States.
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