Rugby Imports Players of the Week: 9/8/2018

Each week the Tri State Conference will honor a men’s and women’s standout performer with the Rugby Imports Players of the Week. Rugby Imports is the number one sponsor of the Tri State Conference and is the one stop shop for all authentic rugby gear, apparel and teamwear.

Men’s Rugby Imports Player of the Week

Player: Rhys Henry
School: Marist College
Position: Outside Center
Class: Senior

Henry was nominated by two different individuals for his stand out performance against Seton Hall. The outside center notched three tries in the win and played a standout game defensively. Henry stepped up to a new position replacing the team’s leading scorer who is currently out with injury.

Women’s Rugby Imports Player of the Week

Player: Kate Welzel
School: Fairfield University
Position: Inside Center
Class: Sophomore

Welzel’s performance offensively and defensively were instrumental in Fairfield’s 31-17 win over New Haven this past weekend. The junior inside center scored 2 tries and kicked 3 conversions while playing stellar defense for the whole 80 minutes in the midfield.

If you would like to nominate someone for his or her play on the field please email tristaterugbyinfo@gmail.com after the completion of your match. Each week one men’s and one women’s player will be selected for Rugby Imports Player of the Week. 1-800-431-4514