U.S. Women's Rugby Secures First-Ever Olympic Bronze with Dramatic 14-12 Win

Jul 30, 2024, 05:38 PM

The U.S. women's rugby sevens team made history at the Paris Olympics by securing their first-ever Olympic medal. The team advanced to the semifinals for the first time after defeating Great Britain. In the bronze medal match, they achieved a dramatic 14-12 victory over Australia, with Alex Sedrick scoring a last-second try and conversion. This bronze medal victory marked a significant milestone for U.S. Rugby, led by coach Emilie Bydwell, the only female coach in the tournament. The team's performance also helped set an attendance record for the event.