September 17, 2007

Wisconsin Women Drop Battle to Chicago North Shore, 20-12

Despite hard rucking and tackling, the Wisconsin Women (Madison's senior D-1 team) lost their league match Saturday, Sept. 15, to Chicago North Shore by one try and a penalty kick, 20-12.

Wisconsin's tries were scored by Back/Flanker Katie Meyer (Dubuque, Iowa) and Outside Center Jackie Limberg (Madison, WI), with a conversion from Wing Natalie Mickelsen (Madison, WI). Chicago North Shore scored three tries, one conversion and one penalty kick to gain the win.

Wisconsin's Players of the Game were Meg Dickoff (Prop, Forward of the Game) and Maggie Proulx (Fullback, Back of the Game).

Resting with a Midwest D-1 League bye this weekend, the Wisconsin Women return to action next Saturday, Sept. 29, against the Twin Cities Amazons at Yahara Rugby Field in Madison. A kickoff time has not been announced yet.

Wisconsin Women's Roster
1. Meg Dickoff
2. Katie Schott
3. Lena Arvola
4. Jessica Burda
5. Melodie French
6. Katie Meyer
7. Tricia DiPiazza
8. Kelly Clerkin (Captain)
9. Chloe Williams
10. Jennifer Petersen
11. Natalie Mickelsen
12. Nicole Helmer (Captain)
13. Kim Distin
14. Jackie Limberg
15. Maggie Proulx
Reserve: Nadia Riese (in at half, Tighthead Prop)

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