Lander Women’s Rugby Makes History, Secures First NCR Division I Regional Berth

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Lander women’s rugby team made program history with a 38-31 victory over St. Bonaventure, securing its first regional appearance since moving to National Collegiate Rugby (NCR) Division I. Competing in its first season at the Division I level, Lander built a commanding 31-5 halftime lead before holding off a second-half comeback from St. Bonaventure to secure the victory and a postseason berth. The Bearcats wasted little time getting on the scoreboard as Lily Venegas broke free for a 78-meter try just 30 seconds into the match. Gwen Orr followed with a successful conversion to give Lander…