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Cal Stuns Navy in Rugby Thriller
8 Mar
Summary
- Cal rallied from a seven-point deficit to beat Navy.
- The victory remained Cal's undefeated streak.
- Navy lost despite Andrew Baublitz's three tries.
Cal staged a stunning second-half comeback, scoring the final 14 points to defeat the previously top-ranked Navy rugby team 52-45. The match, held at a sold-out Witter Field, saw Cal overcome a seven-point deficit with crucial tries from Masi Koi and Oliver Teague. This victory maintains Cal's undefeated status and positions them strongly for the next national rankings.
Navy had taken a 45-38 lead with just 16 minutes remaining, with Andrew Baublitz contributing three tries. However, Cal's resilience, highlighted by Koi's individual effort and Teague's late score, secured the win. Despite a missed penalty kick, Cal managed to control the closing moments of the game.
The thrilling contest showcased a classic matchup between Navy's power and Cal's finesse. Cal will continue their spring schedule with upcoming matches against Army and Saint Mary's before commencing their national championship defense in the postseason playoffs starting April 11.
