Las Yaguaretés Aim for Rugby World Championship Glory
Argentina’s women’s rugby sevens team, Las Yaguaretés, are riding a wave of momentum after a historic gold medal win at the SVNS 2 in Nairobi. Now, the team is focused on securing a coveted spot in the SVNS World Championship, with crucial stages in Montevideo, Uruguay (March 21-22) and São Paulo, Brazil (March 28-29) remaining.
Dominating the SVNS 2
Currently leading the SVNS 2 standings with 20 points, Las Yaguaretés have demonstrated their prowess on the international stage. Their success puts them ahead of South Africa (18 points), Spain (16), China (14), Kenya (12), and Brazil (10). The team, coached by Nahuel García and Facundo Salas, is determined to maintain this lead and solidify their position as contenders.
Road to the World Championship
The stakes are high. The top four teams from the three SVNS 2 stages will qualify for the SVNS World Championship, where they will compete against the world’s elite – New Zealand, Australia, United States, Canada, France, Japan, Fiji, and Great Britain. The Championship will be held across three locations: Hong Kong (April 17-19), Valladolid (March 29-31), and Bordeaux (June 5-7).
Upcoming Matches: Montevideo and São Paulo
Las Yaguaretés will face a challenging schedule in Montevideo. They will begin their campaign on March 21st against Brazil at 11:45 AM, followed by a match against Kenya at 2:35 PM, and concluding the day with a contest against China at 5:22 PM. The following day, March 22nd, will spot them battle Spain at 2:46 PM and South Africa at 5:39 PM.
Concentration and Preparation
The team is currently in a national training camp, utilizing the Casa Pumas facilities in Escobar for gym sessions and the Manuel Belgrano club for on-field training. This intensive preparation, running from March 14th to 17th, will culminate in their travel to Montevideo. Head Coach Nahuel García emphasized the team’s focus: “We have taken an important step in the first tournament and know we must double our efforts, work intelligently, and fight every match to achieve what we have been seeking for a long time.”
The Squad
The confirmed roster for Las Yaguaretés includes: Virginia Brígido, Candela Delgado, Malena Díaz, Cristal Escalante, Sofía González, Francesca Iacaruso, Milagros Lecuona, Azul Medina, Josefina Padellaro, Paula Pedrozo, Antonella Reding, Talía Rodich, and María Taladrid.
Did you know?
Las Yaguaretés previously achieved a significant milestone by becoming runners-up in the SVNS 3 tournament in Dubai, earning them promotion to the SVNS 2 category.
FAQ
Q: What is the SVNS World Championship?
A: It’s a tournament featuring the 12 best rugby sevens teams in the world, held across three locations: Hong Kong, Valladolid, and Bordeaux.
Q: How many teams qualify from the SVNS 2?
A: The top four teams from the SVNS 2 series will qualify.
Q: Where are the upcoming SVNS 2 stages being held?
A: Montevideo, Uruguay (March 21-22) and São Paulo, Brazil (March 28-29).
Q: Who is the head coach of Las Yaguaretés?
A: Nahuel García.
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