RFCLA Announces team for crucial match against Seattle Seawolves
RFCLA has named Jurie van Vuuren in the starting XV for this Saturday's crucial home match against the Seattle Seawolves at 7:00 PM, at Wallis Annenberg Stadium.
Edward Timpson also returns to the starting lineup to replace the injured Matt Heaton, while the backline remains unchanged.
On the bench, Former Utah Prop Franco Van Den Berg will make his debut for the Club, while Belmont Shore's Sean Nolan will suit up for the first time this season.
Though winless in 2025, RFCLA has been scoring tries and earning bonus points in all their losses this season. Discipline will be a key focus as they face off against the Seawolves, who are coming off their first win of the season last weekend.
The match, celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, will feature a live band, happy hour, and a festival of activities, with gates opening at 6:00 PM.
David Dennis, RFCLA Senior Assistant Coach said the team was gaining confidence, knowing what needs to be addressed to notch their first win in 2025.
“The team has had a good prep this week and has been really focused on our work-ons, which our coaching staff have been very clean, and they have responded.
"There have been a few tweaks to the team, and it’s great to see Jurie returning from injury after training well since joining the squad in January, and Sean (Nolan) also getting an opportunity.
“We’ve had a strong turnout for our first two matches, and we owe it to our fans to put on a performance that our LA rugby community and fans can be proud of.
“Seattle had a great win last week and travels well to LA, so it will be an exciting matchup with a great atmosphere at Wallis Annenberg Stadium.”
Tickets available now, and at the gate!
GA, Grandstand and VIP are available online and at the gate at UCLA, with a gates opening from 6pm!
Head to www.rugbyfcla.com/tickets, or look for the ticketing tent outside the main entrance.
RFCLA Team to face the SD Legion, Saturday, March 15, 7pm PST at Wallis Annenberg Stadium.
1. Dane Zander
2. Michelangelo Sosene-Feagai
3. Maliu Niuafe
4. Jason Damm
5. Jurie Van Vuuren
6. Timothy Anstee
7. Edward Timpson
8. Benjamin Houston
9. Gonzalo Bertranou
10. Christian Leali'ifano
11. Andrew Coe
12. William Meakes
13. Nicholas Chan
14.Christian Dyer
15. Rory Van Vugt
16. Benjamin Sugars
17. Declan Leaney
18. Franco Van Den Berg
19. Mikaela Wynyard
20. Benjamin Strang
21. Tasman Smith
22. Sean Nolan
23. Seth Purdey
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