The Wheeling University Cardinals men’s rugby team concluded its Fall season with a 29-23 defeat against the Belmont Abbey College Crusaders in Lexington, Virginia, settling for a final combined regular season and postseason record of 2-6.
Wheeling Seeks Roster Stabilization After 2-6 Fall Campaign
- Wheeling closes its Fall campaign at 2-6, making the offseason vital for roster stabilization and defensive depth.
- Senior leadership production, highlighted by Taku Musingwini’s 13-point performance, leaves heavy scoring shoes to fill ahead of the next competitive window.
The Rematch in Lexington
On November 7, the Wheeling University Cardinals headed to Lexington, Va. aiming to secure 5th place in the Atlantic Rugby Conference by defeating the Belmont Abbey College Crusaders in their rematch.
The Cardinals previously hosted the Crusaders to begin the season on September 5, with Belmont Abbey coming away with a 26-20 victory at Bishop Schmitt Field.
Following a two-month gap, Wheeling and the Crusaders faced each other once more in another closely contested match decided by a single score.
Mirroring the outcome of their initial meeting, Belmont Abbey secured the win, though this 29-23 triumph also brought the Cardinals’ season to a close.
Taku Musingwini Leads Scoring in Final Season Matchup
Senior Taku Musingwini led Wheeling in scoring with 13 points on the afternoon, converting two successful tries and three penalty kicks.
Fellow senior Shadreck Mandaza and freshman Kiyan Ramirez both earned successful tries in the matchup as well.
The Cardinals wrap up their Fall campaign holding a combined regular season and postseason record of 2-6.
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