Deaf Condors Beach Rugby Debut

– Concón Beach Rugby Championship –

My team, Cóndores del Silencio (Deaf Condors), made our beach rugby debut today. We have finally arrived to the first tournament of the national circuit. I’m really looking forward to playing in all the beach rugby championships on the circuit and improving from last year. I felt too tired in the matches during the 2015 circuit. So, this year I’ve been concentrating on my cardio and fitness. I started preseason training in December and it consisted of the following: Cycling = 4 x week / Running = 2 x week / Pool Running = 2 x week / Lifting Weights = 2 x week. What is my goal? Qualify for the Beach Rugby National Championship!

– My Games –

Game 01: Cóndores del Silencio (vs) URSA

We started our debut beach rugby game with a lot of anticipation. Our first match was the fifth match. We started scoring several tries but the URSA struggled and eventually the match was a draw. However, we won the match 5 to 4. Yes!!! One step closer to qualifying for the National Beach Rugby Championship.

Game 02: Cóndores del Silencio (vs) Lomas “A”

I have watched the Lomas play several times over the past few years and know their style of play. We maintained full control in both attack and defense throughout the game. However, the Lomas scored a point during the second half. Yes!!! We won our debut game!!! Now, we are one step closer to qualifying for the national championship.

Game 03: Cóndores del Silencio (vs) Stars

Our last match in the preliminaries was against the 2014 beach rugby champion in Viña. I remember because I saw them win it. We won two games and they won two games. Then, the winner of this match will qualify for the Gold Cup and the National Beach Rugby Championship. The match started strongly between both teams. When we scored a try, they scored a try. The match was a battle. Everyone was watching and with every score or mishandling of the ball, you can hear the crowd shouting yes or aaah. The Stars scored a try the last second in the corner and we lost 4-5. However, we have one more chance to qualify for the National Beach Rugby Championship. Piero’s 5 is the current National Champion of 2015 and already qualified for the Gold Cup in this championship. Then, the first silver place will qualify for the National Beach Rugby Championship.

Game 04: Cóndores del Silencio (vs) Tercer Tiempo “B”

Because of special circumstances, the Silver Cup winner will also qualify for the national championship. So, we have a second chance to qualify! I know Tercer Tiempos style of play and this will be a tough game. Unfortunately, we were unable to overcome impecable defense and we lost. Hey, we gave it our best.

Game 05: Cóndores del Silencio (vs) Old Green

This last game would have determined third and fourth place for the Silver Cup, but it was the only game that was not played because the tournament started late. So, we will never know how it would have turned out.

– Tournament Results –