Written by: Rishika Ghanamoorthy
Edited by: Chen Kexin and Lydia Ong
Photos by: EusoffWorks
Line 1
Stacia
Nat Rod
Amber
Elis
Line 2
Claudia
Felicia
Theng Xuan
Rena
Line 3
Hui Lin
Shu Ping
Humaira
Phoebe
Final Score: 2 - 5 (to KR)
With this match, our Touch Rugby girls have sealed their season. Although it was not the ending that they wanted, the girls definitely fought till the very end. A huge shoutout to Claudia, the girls team captain who worked so hard this season and has dedicated so much for her team. The Touch Rugby girls are definitely one hardworking and disciplined bunch and that is a testament of her leadership skills.
I must say as heartbreaking as it was for the girls, it was so heartwarming to see them staying united and enjoying their post-season bonding.
The weather at today’s match was perfect and it really set the scene up for a final showdown. Stacia met a replica of Stacia to decide which hall was going to start the ball and it was decided that Eusoff would get possession first. Amber Funky Pants, Stacia the Bolt, Nat the Rod of Steel, and Elis the Rocket started off the match. This particular pod of girls capitalise on their composure. They have a very calm and composed way of playing. They ended off their line by conceding one goal to KR.
Nat the steel rod (Natalie) looking out to pass the ball
For our second line, we had Claudia the BEAST, Felicia the Pressurer, Chilli Padi Theng Xuan, and Chio Bu Rena. This line usually plays very tactfully. With Claudia and Theng Xuan in the middle, it is no wonder that they have many big brain moves. Theng Xuan may seem kind and gentle off the field but this player is an instant firecracker on the field. She’s here, she’s there, and she’s definitely coming to touch you. Theng Xuan is only a freshie and yet her confidence and hard drives as well as defence is something to look out for. Definitely someone to look out for in next year’s IHG!
Chilli padi Theng Xuan living up to her nickname with her fiery passion and moves to defend, with Captain Claudia ready to help
For the final line, we had Computing Queen Hui Lin, Adrenaline Audrey (Shu Ping), ‘Hungry for the ball’ Humaira, and Passionate Phoebe. This particular line plays extremely aggressively and leaves no mercy for their opponents. I must say that Audrey plays with so much aggression that I want to go on the field and join her. She puts up an amazing show for those on the sidelines and makes the game very interesting to watch.
Phoebe trying to stop her opponent form stealing her ball
However, KR managed to exploit the gaps in our defence, and emerged on top. During half-time, when asked how he felt about the match, the girl’s Team Manager, Fabien replied by saying that he knows that his girls are determined and will fight till the end. And fight they did.
The girls came back so much stronger in the second half. They played so well and even their coach agreed and said that they did their best and there was nothing more to give. They did what they could in the moment. This second placing makes me even more excited for next year’s IHG where they have another chance to redeem themselves. The only way is up. Good job Trug ladies, y'all are amazing!!!!
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