By: Nick Pope: Sports Information Director
NEED TO KNOW
Score: Life University 36, Mount St. Mary's 7
EMMITSBURG, Md. — The Life University Men's Rugby team extended its winning streak to three consecutive matches, earning a 36-7 road victory over Mount St. Mary's in Emmitsburg, Maryland over the weekend.
The Running Eagles got off to a fast start, scoring six tries in the first half while holding Mount St. Mary's to just seven points. Mart Gerritse opened the scoring in the fifth minute, giving Life an early advantage.
James Rose added to the lead with a try in the 13th minute before Jonty Lee crossed twice in quick succession, scoring in the 21st and 25th minutes. Lee converted both tries, helping Life build its advantage.
The Running Eagles continued their offensive production in the 28th minute when Aden Beatty crossed for another try. Rose added his second try of the afternoon in the 34th minute, with Lee converting to extend Life's lead to 36-0.
Mount St. Mary's got on the scoreboard in the 52nd minute with a try from Hendrikus Strydom and a successful conversion from Benjamin Quiroga, but Life's defense kept the hosts from adding to their total for the remainder of the match.
The 36-7 victory marks the Running Eagles' third consecutive win as they continue their season with another road matchup on the horizon.
Life will travel to West Point, New York, next to take on Army.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
- Life recorded six tries in the 36-7 victory.
- James Rose led the Running Eagles with two tries.
- Jonty Lee added two tries and three successful conversions for 16 points.
- Mart Gerritse and Aden Beatty each recorded a try.
- Life held Mount St. Mary's to just seven points.
STANDOUT PERFORMANCES
- Rose crossed the try line twice, scoring in the 13th and 34th minutes.
- Lee accounted for 16 points with two tries and three conversions.
- The Running Eagles have now won three consecutive matches.
