Stanford 58, Virginia 5

Stanford Women’s Rugby met the University of Virginia in the elite 8 on a blustery Saturday afternoon. Weather girl and powerhouse, Ono Nseyo, forewarned her teammates of these conditions, and Stanford prepared by practicing in a wind tunnel two days prior. Luckily, standout fullback Jessica Watkins did not blow away. Stanford had edged by UVA in the 2006 national tournament, but this time they trounced UVA 58-5. Scoring was lead by Watkins, referred to by her opponents and her support alike as “the fastest kid alive.” Ramine Cromartie’s kindhearted nature did not stop her from mercilessly increasing the Stanford lead with two more tries. The ever-so powerful Susan Dekker drove the ball in for one try. Despite the decisive victory, Stanford had some difficulty with ball retention and coach, Jonathan Griffindor, was not shy in voicing his frustration. Stanford will meet the Navy goats in the Final Four on Friday, May 2nd at 1 pm.