After another weekend in which there were surprises, great tries and legends of the game in action, Talking Rugby Union’s Joe Harvey brings you the latest from Major League Rugby.
Week Four Review
At the top of the standings, San Diego continued their unbeaten start to the season with a 25-21 win on the road against NOLA Gold. The hosts opened the scoring with a try from Moni Tongauiha that was converted by Carl Meyer. Going into half-time as 21-12 leader, it took two second half penalties from Joe Pietersen and a converted Ma’a Nonu try to give Legion the win.
Old Glory carried on their good form as they beat an improving Austin Gilgronis side 28-19 in Texas. This was largely thanks to the boot of New Zealander Jason Robertson, the fly-half kicking 13 of his side’s points. Tries were also scored by Danny Tusitala, Doug Fraser and Renata Roberts-Te Nana.
The final game on the Saturday saw the Colorado Raptors take on Utah at Infinity Park. The home side eventually won 22-14, getting them off the mark for 2020. Rene Ranger received the player of the week award for his performance against the Warriors, scoring two tries and using his experience to take the Raptors over the finish line as they collected four points.
