The Paris Olympics has been a spectacular showcase of athleticism and skill, and Premier Rugby Sevens’ (PR7s) women athletes have made significant contributions to the excitement. In the Women’s Rugby Sevens quarter-finals, PR7s athletes played pivotal roles in their respective national teams’ performances.
Quarter-Finals Recap:
- United States vs. Great Britain: The United States emerged victorious against Great Britain with a score of 17-7. The Eagles advance to the semifinals for the first time in Olympic history. USA has made PR7s players on the U.S. team included:
- Kayla Canett (Pittsburgh Steeltoes)
- Lauren Doyle (Rocky Mountain Experts)
- Alev Kelter (Northern Loonies)
- Kristi Kirshie (Rocky Mountain Experts)
- Sarah Levy (Northern Loonies)
- Alena Olsen (Southern Headliners)
- Ariana Ramsey (Rocky Mountain Experts)
- Steph Rovetti (SoCal Loggerheads)
- Alex Spiff Sedrick (Rocky Mountain Experts)
- Sammy Sullivan (Pittsburgh Steeltoes)
- Naya Tapper (Southern Headliners)
- Kris Thomas (Texas Team)
- Australia vs. Ireland: Au stralia secured a convincing victory over Ireland with a score of 40-7, moving on to the semi-finals.
- Canada vs. France: Canada pulled off a stunning upset on France’s home soil, defeating the host nation 19-14. This victory was particularly significant given the strong support for the French team in Paris. PR7s stars on the Canadian team included:
- Caroline Crossley (Northern Loonies)
- Asia Hogan-Rochester (Pittsburgh Steeltoes)
- Carissa Norsten (Northern Loonies)
- Shalaya Valenzuala (Northern Loonies)
- New Zealand vs. China: New Zealand delivered a stellar performance against China, winning 55-5. PR7s players who contributed to New Zealand’s success included:
- Manaia Nuku (New York Locals)
- Alena Saili (Texas Team)
- Stacey Waaka (New York Locals)
- Tysha Ikenasio (Texas Team)
- Tenika Willison (New York Locals)
Semi-Finals Matchups:
Tomorrow’s semi-final matches will feature:
- New Zealand vs. United States at 9:30 AM ET: This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter, with PR7s players from both teams bringing their best to the field. The New Zealand team, bolstered by the likes of Manaia Nuku, Alena Saili, Stacey Waaka, Tenika Willison, and Tysha Ikenasio, will face a formidable U.S. team packed with PR7s talent, including Kayla Canett, Lauren Doyle, Alev Kelter, Kristi Kirshie, Sarah Levy, Alena Olsen, Ariana Ramsey, Steph Rovetti, Alex Spiff Sedrick, Sammy Sullivan, Naya Tapper, and Kris Thomas.
- Canada vs. Australia at 10:00 AM ET: Another highly anticipated match will see Canada, with PR7s stars Caroline Crossley, Asia Hogan-Rochester, Carissa Norsten, and Shalaya Valenzuala taking on a strong Australian team. Both sides have demonstrated exceptional skill and determination on their journey to the semi-finals.
Looking Ahead:
PR7s players have undoubtedly made their mark on the Paris Olympics, contributing significantly to their national teams’ successes. As the semi-finals approach, fans are eager to see which teams will advance to the finals and who will claim the ultimate prize. The dedication and talent of these PR7s athletes continue to inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.
Stay tuned for more updates and detailed coverage of Women’s Rugby Sevens at the Paris Olympics, highlighting the remarkable performances of PR7s players.
