Written by: Victoria Johnson

Having only been a club sport at Valdosta State for four years, the rugby team is in full force this semester.

They won their previous game against North Georgia College on Feb. 22, beating their opponents by a landslide with a score of 93-0.

The team is 4-0 on the season.

“We make sure to get our practices in twice a week at north campus,” Director of Operations Jon Murtaugh said. “We also do warm-ups before the games to make sure we are well prepared for the competition.”

Having a successful team to work with, Murtaugh thoroughly enjoys his position on the team.

With the upcoming South Cup semifinals tournament located at the University of West Florida in Pensacola, Fla., the Blazers along with teams from Louisiana, Alabama and Florida will be competing for a win.

“This game is the biggest we will have so far,” Murtaugh said. “It determines if our team goes to Jacksonville; there is a lot riding on this game.”

If the team wins the game, they will be eligible to play in the championship located in Jacksonville, Fla.

For more information, visit Valdosta State Rugby Club’s Facebook page.