Round 6 of the Celtic Challenge delivered another thrilling weekend of rugby. The Wolfhounds and Clovers showcased their firepower with huge wins, while Gwalia Lightning continued their impressive run with a well-earned victory over Edinburgh.
Wolfhounds Power Past Glasgow Warriors
Final Score: Glasgow Warriors 21-64 Wolfhounds
The Wolfhounds reinforced their dominance with a crushing 64-21 victory over Glasgow Warriors at Scotstoun Stadium. Ireland star Eve Higgins stole the show with a hat-trick of tries and two assists, leading a relentless attacking display.
Glasgow took an early lead through Briar McNamara, but the Wolfhounds quickly responded, racking up four first-half tries, including one from Leah Tarpey. Aoife Wafer, Linda Djougang, Brittany Hogan, Erin King, Katie Corrigan, and Katie Whelan all crossed the whitewash in a ten-try rout. Dannah O’Brien was flawless with the boot, slotting seven conversions to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Key Highlights:
- Glasgow Warriors battle hard, with tries from McNamara, Ainsworth, and Coubrough.
- Eve Higgins scores a hat-trick and provides two assists.
- Wolfhounds dominate set-pieces and attack from all areas.
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Clovers Crush Brython Thunder in Belfast
Final Score: Clovers 58-0 Brython Thunder
Clovers delivered a commanding performance at Kingspan Stadium, nilling Brython Thunder in a ten-try demolition. Jane Clohessy led the charge with a hat-trick, following in the footsteps of her father, former Ireland prop Peter Clohessy.
The Irish side took control early, with Amee-Leigh Costigan, Anna McGann, and Sophie Barrett all adding to the scoreboard in a blistering first half. The second half saw no let-up, as Chisom Ugwueru and Costigan capped off a dominant team performance.
This result keeps the Clovers within striking distance of the Wolfhounds at the top of the table, with a game in hand after last week’s postponed fixture.
Key Highlights:
- Amee-Leigh Costigan leads by example in her first game as captain.
- Clohessy scores a hat-trick in a standout display.
- Clovers keep Brython Thunder scoreless.
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Gwalia Lightning Continue Winning Streak Against Edinburgh
Final Score: Gwalia Lightning 21-64 Edinburgh Rugby
Gwalia Lightning continued their fine form with a 26-5 win over Edinburgh Rugby at Ystrad Mynach, securing their third consecutive victory in the Celtic Challenge.
Edinburgh took an early lead through Hannah Walker, but Sian Jones responded for Gwalia with a try after a powerful Maisie Davies break. Captain Bryonie King crashed over to extend the lead, before Caitlin Lewis and Courtney Greenway sealed the bonus-point win with second-half scores.
Gwalia’s defensive resilience shone through, holding Edinburgh up over the line and preventing any second-half comeback. With this win, the Welsh side solidifies their place near the top of the table.
Key Highlights:
- Defensive effort denies Edinburgh a late fightback.
- Gwalia’s attack shines with four different try scorers.
- Captain Bryonie King leads from the front with a dominant performance.