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Pronghorns Face Tough Test in 46-14 Loss to Thunderbirds

9/16/2024 9:39:00 AM

POST GAME
VANCOUVER - In their second game of the West Coast swing, the Pronghorns battled hard but fell 46-14 to the UBC Thunderbirds. The Thunderbirds capitalized on opportunities with several players crossing the try line. Despite a standout effort from Pronghorns' fullback Zina Umeh and a spirited defensive display, UBC's relentless attack proved too much for the Pronghorns.
 

BREAKDOWN

  • The match opened with UBC's Rachel Smith setting the tone with an early try, converted by Brooklyn Roddham to put UBC ahead.
  • Roddham quickly followed with a try of her own, further extending the Thunderbirds' lead.
  • Kiki Idowu added to the UBC tally with a powerful try, establishing a comfortable 17-point lead.
  • Lethbridge's Zina Umeh provided a spark for her team, breaking away for a long try and closing the gap with a convert by Tory Clements to make the score 17-7.
  • UBC responded decisively, with Tia Jordo and Anya Prokopich each adding tries to build a commanding lead.
  • Sara Tehrani continued the scoring spree for UBC, pushing the lead to 34-7.
  • Lethbridge's Rebecca Powell managed to score a try with another added convert by Clements, but it wasn't enough to shift the momentum.
  • UBC sealed their victory with additional tries from Idowu and Delaney Woods, finalizing the score at 46-14.
NEXT UP
The Pronghorns will look to bounce back in their next game on Saturday, September 21, in Calgary against the Dinos—catch all the action live on canadawest.tv!
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