Pigs win 30 – 19 over the U of MN on Saturday. Thanks to all the fans for getting out on a cold and blistery day. Click here for the full match report.
2011-04-28
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On May 14th come watch some Pigs rugby, following the match come celebrate the Pig’s Spring season at our annual Pig Roast. The Pigs Old Boys will host the event in honor of Saulala Mafi at the Old Folks Home. The pig roast will begin at 4pm and continue until you’re full. To view the full invitation, click here.
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2011-04-12
Pigs vs. Winona
ruggerThe Pigs traveled to Winona over the weekend for a match versus the college side. The team traveled a little lighter than they would have liked, but were ready for a good match.
The Winona team was a strong club and matched up with the Pigs quite well across the board. The Pigs opened slow and put a strong push on at the end of the match, but came up on the losing side with a score of 22-32. The Bombers followed the Pigs with a nice win from the young fellas.
Pigs Big Hitter – Zac Bauer
Pigs Man of the Match – Grant Dietrich
Bombers Best Forward – Dan
Bombers Best Back – JJ
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2011-04-12
Fighting Luekemia – WOW!
ruggerIn honor of our teammate Michael “Buca” Lundberg , 51 people signed up on the bone marrow donor registry. On top of that we have raised $4,870.00! What an amazing turnout and generousity from everyone! If you’d like to learn more about the cause or would like to give some additional money, please go to the Be the Match Foundation website in honor of Michael below.
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2011-04-04
Next Game at Winona
ruggerThe Pigs next match will versus Winona State at Winona. Game time is at 2:30pm. There will be a Bombers match to follow. We have hotels booked for those who plan on staying overnight. Click here for directions to the pitch.
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2011-04-04
Pigs vs. Sioux Falls
ruggerIt was the first game of the Spring. There were a few snow patches still cluttered on the field, but for the most part, the grass was ready for some ball. The Pigs took the field for the first time under new Head Coach Pietila. Excitement grew as they drew one of their largest draw of fans in quite some time.
The game was back to back through the first half. The Sioux Falls team having won their first birth in the West Championships was showing they belonged at a higher level of competition. The Pigs battled back throughout the day. Sioux Falls found the tri zone first with a push from their pack over the middle. They took a second score to go into the half with a 12-0 lead.
The Pigs were confident in their skills with their off season work showing in their level of fitness. The controlled the second half. The mud slowed play considerably not allowing the Pigs backs to show some of their speed. Thus the pack had to carry a heavier load. The Pigs first score came from a break through by Ben Mattox. He gave an off load to Ben Hanson, who then passed it over to new Pig Greg Parsons.
The Pigs needed a few more minutes to continue their push, but time expired as they were ready to take the lead. Final score 12-7.
Thanks to Macalaster Rugby for bringing a team out to play the Bombers. The muddy conditions keep this score low, but it was a great learning experience for the younger Pigs.
Tries: Greg Parsons (1)
Conversions: Paul Staats (1-1)
Penalties: Paul Staats (0-1)
Pigs Man of the Match: Ben Mattox
Pigs Big Hitter: Erik Gustaf
Bombers Best Back: Zac Chamberlin
Bombers Best Pack: Tyler Moe-Slepica
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2011-03-31
Pigs vs. Sioux Falls
ruggerThanks to everyone who came out for the match on Saturday. It was a great day, with a great social to follow. Although the Pigs did not come out victorious, we started bonding as a team, and fully expect to be the team to beat the rest of the Spring season. Click here for the full match report.
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2011-03-25
Spring Practice Update
ruggerPractice will be back at Como Park starting the 31st and will run Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm – 8pm through the rest of the Spring.
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Spring Kick Off Social