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Rugby opens season with 11-6 victory

While most collegiate sports were either canceled or postponed this weekend, the Pitt… While most collegiate sports were either canceled or postponed this weekend, the Pitt rugby team was in action for its first game of the season. The Panthers defeated league rival Franciscan University by a score of 11-6 Saturday to open up the year at 1-0. Each team had two penalty kicks, one of which resulted in the win for Pitt.

Although the season has begun, the team is still welcoming new members. There are no tryouts or cuts, and no experience is necessary. The team practices Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 4-6 p.m. on the Cathedral lawn. This will be the last week for new recruits to join the team.

According to coach Dan Talbert, rugby is

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