Rugby Extravaganza To Be Held This Weekend
Rugby continues this weekend with a rugby extravaganza on display at the National Sports Center. The first organized rugby competition “The Nichol Shield” was introduced by the Bermuda Athletic Association in 1922 as such it is one of the longest running knock out competitions in Bermuda. The Men’s Nichol Shield Semifinal and the Women’s Scully Cup Semifinals take place in the back drop of the Bermuda- Rugby Canada youth tournament.
A spokesperson said, “League winners Police take on Mariners with a 2pm kickoff. The Boys in Blue will be looking to build on their recent winner takes all game victory over the Teachers to secure the league title. Whereas the beleaguered Mariners club will be looking to salvage some pride in a bitterly disappointing season so far.
“The Greens have players returning from injury and a young exciting back line that is growing in confidence and experience in every outing. The second kickoff at 3:30 sees a hurting Teachers squad taking on a dangerous Renegade outfit looking to keep the hallowed Nichol Shield in their possession. Teachers had a strong season and were leading the league until the last game when they saw their title hopes dashed in an epic encounter with Police.
“In the ladies Scully Cup – Police are looking to the Grand slam and take on Renegades at 2:00 pm while Mariners and Teacher kick off at 2:45pm. Rugby Canada and Bermuda have a full day of rugby being played in the background of the domestic knock out cups.
The schedule is as follows:
- 10:00pm to 12:00pm Bermuda vs Canada sevens tournament u13,u14,u15
- 12:30pm Bermuda vs Canada u13 12aside
- 1:10pm Bermuda vs Canada u14 12 aside
- 5:00pm Bermuda vs Canada u15 15 aside
