ospreys vs. mischief

Match Report: Ontario Ospreys vs. Tampa Mischief

Date: August 19, 2023

Venue: York Alumni Stadium, Toronto, ON, CAN

In a thrilling display of rugby league prowess, the Ontario Ospreys clashed with the Tampa Mischief on August 19th, resulting in a resounding victory for the Ospreys with a final score of 50-6. The match, held at York University’s Alumni Stadium in front of a passionate crowd, showcased the Ospreys' dominance and skill on the field.

From the opening whistle, the Ospreys demonstrated their intent, executing their attack plan and putting Tampa on the back foot. The Ospreys' relentless pressure paid off early in the game when they opened the scoring with a well-executed try by Megan Pakulis, setting the tone for the rest of the match. A very speedy Marcaya Bailous was able to put the Mischief on the scoreboard before half-time, when the score was left at 18-6.

The Ospreys continued to extend their lead after half, seeing additional tries from Scholten (3), Siciliano, Gawley, Woods, Angeles, and Mitton. The Ospreys' precision in attack was complemented by the accurate kicking of Scholten (6) and Canini, who converted the tries and added valuable points to their team's tally.

The Ospreys' cohesive teamwork, swift ball movement, and strong running lines left the Tampa Mischief ultimately struggling to contain their opponents' advances. At the final whistle, the score was 50-6 for the Ontario Ospreys who remained undefeated for all of 2023.

The teams named a back and forward of the match for each other after the game. Congratulations goes out to Lucinda Darvell (forward) and Esther Anderson (back) for the Tampa Mischief, and Megan Pakulis (forward) and Candace Scholten (back) for the Ontario Ospreys.

Petra Woods, with her exceptional performance on the field, was named the Coach's Player of the Match, a testament to her outstanding contributions to the Ospreys' victory. Her powerful line breaks and impeccable defensive efforts were key factors in the Ospreys' triumph.

The Ontario Ospreys would like to extend their gratitude to the Tampa Mischief, Coach Matty Barron, and their dedicated fans for their sportsmanship and contributions to a successful game. Rugby league fans witnessed an exhilarating contest, highlighting the talent and passion the athletes from both sides have for the game. The Ospreys hope fans are just as eager for the next battle as they are.