Atlanta Bucks Win Open Division of East Coast Invitational

ATLANTA – The Atlanta Bucks Rugby Football Club was the Open Division champion of the East Coast Invitational held Saturday, Nov. 13 in New York, N.Y.

The Bucks defeated three teams to claim their tournament victory, an amazing feat considering the team only formed in 2003 and had won just one game previously.

In Game 1, the Bucks scored three tries and shut out the Philadelphia Gryphons B side 17-0.  In Game 2 against New York’s Gotham Knights C side, the Bucks kept the Knights scoreless until the last play of the game, beating the Knights 8-7. In Game 3, the Bucks held the Washington, D.C. Renegades to just one penalty kick, winning 5-3.

The Gotham Knights A side won the Premier Division of the East Coast Invitational.

Former NFL player Esera Tuaolo presented the trophies to the winning teams.

About the Atlanta Bucks

The Atlanta Bucks RFC is a men's rugby team that is committed to building a competitive team operating in an all-inclusive environment. Formed in July 2003, the Bucks provide a fraternal environment, without discrimination, for gay and diverse communities to participate in the sport of rugby. Anyone is welcome to join, and experience is not required.