Wildcats Comeback Late to Secure First Win of Season

ELLENSBURG, Wash. – The Central Washington University Wildcats men's rugby team beat the University of Victoria Vikes on Saturday afternoon by a final score of 38-29. Oscar Treacy led the team with two tries and Jac Tregoning successfully completed four conversions.

INSIDE THE FIXTURE

Final: CWU 38, UVIC 29
Location: Steve Hertling Field at Tomlinson Stadium | Ellensburg, Wash.

QUOTING HEAD COACH TODD THORNLEY
"Happy that we found a way to win, UVIC had some dangerous players and at times we struggled with our individual skillsets under pressure. The guys dug deep and stayed in the fight, and we put together enough rugby to get the result. Plenty components of our game we need to get better at as we take the week off so we will work hard at all."

HOW IT HAPPENED

8th minute: The Vikes opened the scoring with a long try from Reece Thompson, breaking through the defense for a powerful finish. Matthew Bennett stepped up for the conversion, slotting it between the posts to give UVIC a 7-0 lead.
17th minute: UVIC extended their lead with another try. This time, the Vikes managed to find space on the wing for a quick pass and an easy run to the try line. Unfortunately, the conversion attempt sailed wide, leaving the score at 12-0.
25th minute: CWU responded, getting on the scoreboard with a try from Sam Dwyer. The forward powered through a crowd of defenders to touch down, bringing the score to 12-5 in favor of UVIC.
31st minute: Campbell Robb showed his agility and skill, dodging tacklers to score a try of his own for the Wildcats. Tregoning added the extra two points with a smooth conversion, leveling the game at 12-12.
36th minute: The Vikes regained the lead when a quick and well-placed pass sent their winger over the line for another try. Their conversion attempt, however, was unsuccessful, and the score was 17-12 in favor of UVIC.
38th minute: Just before the break, the 'Cats produced a moment of brilliance. Treacy pulled off a spectacular individual effort, breaking through the defense to score a try. Tregoning nailed the conversion, putting the Wildcats ahead 19-17 as the halftime whistle blew.
Halftime score: Wildcats 19, Vikes 17.
42nd minute: The second half began with UVIC regaining the lead after a strong team effort. They capitalized on a series of quick passes to create an overlap, allowing their player to dive over for a try. The successful conversion gave the Vikes a 24-19 advantage.
53rd minute: The Wildcats kept fighting, with Daniel McQuade crossing the line to score a crucial try. After some strong carries and quick ball movement, McQuade touched down, and the conversion tied the game at 24-24.
58th minute: The Vikes responded again, pushing ahead with another well-timed try. They capitalized on a breakdown in the Wildcats' defense and secured a 29-24 lead with the successful conversion.
71st minute: With the game on the line, Treacy came through again, scoring his second try of the match. After a brilliant offload and a quick burst of speed, he touched down under the posts. Tregoning's successful conversion gave the Crimson and Black a narrow 31-29 lead.
78th minute: As the game neared its conclusion, Tregoning sealed the victory for the Wildcats. He finished off a well-executed team play with a try of his own, and his accurate conversion extended the lead to 38-29.

UP NEXT
Your Wildcats (1-1) hit the road as they travel to Langley, British Columbia to face Trinity Western University. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 8 at Willoughby Community Park Stadium.

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