Written by Ravens Sports Information
Sherbrooke, Que. – The Carleton Ravens women’s rugby team started off their 2022 season in a big way defeating the Sherbrooke Vert-et-Or 72-7 on Thursday night.
Returning to the Ravens after time with the Canadian national team program 2018 and 2019 RSEQ First-Team All-Star Maya Addai set a program record with 6 tries in the match. Addai also passed Bailey Dean (2015-17) for second all-time in points scored with 120 career points.
Scoring came early and often for Carleton jumping out to a 29-0 lead at the half. The Ravens continued offence builds on last season’s successful campaign which saw the Ravens collect their first RSEQ medal in program history.
Vanessa Chiappetta carried over her strong play from 2021 scoring 18 points on a try, 5 conversions and 1 penalty kick. Katie Cox had the other two conversions for the Ravens while Lauryn Walker, Anna Norman, rookies Carolyn Forster and Charlotte Ross all recorded their first tries of the season.
The Ravens will open the home half of their eleventh season when they return home Friday, September 9 at 4 PM. Tickets for the Ravens home opener against McGill are on sale now – purchase your tickets in advance and save.
* Correction Notice: This article previously listed the score as 65-7 and credited Addai with 7 tries for 35 points and a new program scoring record. Addai remains 5 points behind Natasha Flowersmith.*
