Edo State RFC have won the maiden National Women’s Rugby Sevens Tournament in Asaba hosted by the Delta State Government after defeating Gosar Rugby Club of Lagos 17 – 0 in the nail biting final match amidst heavy downpours.
Edo RFC Center; Becky Okitikpi opened the scoring in the second minute when she received an offload from playmaker Augusta Mene to score under the post while the conversion was missed by Augusta.
The ladies from Benin City dominated the breakdown and pinned Gosar in their half for most part of the first half as it ended 5-0 in extremely wet conditions as the heavy rain continued to pour.
The second half kicked off with Edo on the front foot and it wasn’t long before their prop; Precious Ukwuoma picked up a loose ball and dived over the whitewash for their second try.
Gosar attempted several comeback efforts through their winger; Godfirst Samson and playmaker Rukayat Salami but were prevented by a well coordinated Edo RFC defence line whilst the Edo playmaker; Augusta controlled the pace of the game.
Winger, Chinaza Abbah broke the Gosar defence line to score the third and final try to seal the victory for team Edo converted this time by Augusta. 17-0 it ended as Edo RFC held on to possession to see off their sweet victory.
The tournament was sponsored by the Delta State Government, supported by Buga Win Sports betting company, United Planet Media, SYDA and Africa Sports Connect.
