Seawolves win over Raptors in First Preseason Match of 2023

TUKWILA, WASHINGTON  – The Seattle Seawolves took to the pitch in their first match of the 2023 season at Starfire Sports last night in a resounding 47-0 victory over the American Raptors.

The Raptors were able to prevent two tries on the goal line, but Seattle still racked up seven tries, two from Center Dan Kriel in the first half. Tries were scored by veteran players with the exception of rookie Karl Keane, who scored at the 68-minute mark of the match. The Seawolves also saw Riekert Hattingh take the pitch in the second half.

Highlights

• Try scorers: Dan Kriel, AJ Alatimu, Duncan Matthews, Martin Iosefo, Karl Keane, and Lopeti Aisea.
• Conversion kick scorers: AJ Alatimu, Karl Keane, and Jordan Chait

The Seattle Seawolves have a quick turnaround with their next match against Seattle Rugby Club this Wednesday, February 8th at 7:30pm at Starfire Stadium.  Don’t miss the Seattle Rugby Club Women’s curtain raiser match before the main event.  Get single match and group tickets HERE