The Seattle Seawolves have been making waves in the Major League Rugby scene throughout the 2024 season. This comprehensive season recap provides match scores, detailed descriptions, and YouTube highlights for every match. Relive the action-packed season and witness the Seawolves’ journey through each thrilling match.
The 2024 Major League Rugby season, the seventh season of the professional rugby union competition sanctioned by USA Rugby, began on March 2, 2024, and went through to June 29, 2024. This season saw the debut of the Miami Sharks and Anthem Rugby Carolina, along with the newly relocated Rugby Football Club Los Angeles (previously Atlanta based).
WIN: Match 1, Seattle Seawolves vs San Diego Legion – Score: 25 – 19
WIN: Match 2, Seattle Seawolves vs Miami Sharks – Score: 29 – 18
WIN: Match 3, Seattle Seawolves vs Utah Warriors – Score: 23 – 13
LOSS: Match 4, Seattle Seawolves vs Houston SaberCats – Score: 40 – 42
WIN: Match 5, Seattle Seawolves vs Chicago Hounds – Score: 32 – 26
WIN: Match 6, Seattle Seawolves vs Dallas Jackals – Score: 34 – 32
WIN: Match 7, Seattle Seawolves vs RFC Los Angeles – Score: 36 – 5
WIN: Match 8, Seattle Seawolves vs New England Free Jacks – Score: 29 – 21
WIN: Match 9, Seattle Seawolves vs Anthem Rugby Carolina – Score: 29 – 13
LOSS: Match 10, Seattle Seawolves vs NOLA Gold – Score: 32 – 31
LOSS: Match 11, Seattle Seawolves vs Dallas Jackals – Score: 7 – 14
WIN: Match 12, Seattle Seawolves vs Old Glory DC – Score: 26 – 24
WIN: Match 13, Seattle Seawolves vs Utah Warriors – Score: 68 – 29
LOSS: Match 14, Seattle Seawolves vs Houston SaberCats – Score: 25 – 28
WIN: Match 15, Seattle Seawolves vs RFC Los Angeles – Score: 29 – 12
LOSS: Match 16, Seattle Seawolves vs San Diego Legion – Score: 33 – 45
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Saturday, March 2nd
Seattle Seawolves vs San Diego Legion
Score: 25 – 19
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 40°F, 5°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Federico Anselmi (Argentina)
Assistants: Chris Assmus (Canada) & Bradley Schwalger (Canada)
TMO: Austin Reed (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced off against the San Diego Legion in their 15th all-time matchup. The match was filled with intense moments, including a significant play where a player was penalized for high contact, leading to a red card. The Legion struck first in the second half, but Seattle answered back with a try, capitalizing on a mistake by San Diego. The match concluded dramatically, with Seattle clinching the victory at the final whistle, marking an exhilarating start to year seven of Major League Rugby (MLR).
| Seattle | Number | San Diego |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Payton Telea-Ilalio |
| Peter Malcolm | 2 | Hugh Roach |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Luke Green |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Isaac Ross |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Greg Peterson |
| Huw Taylor | 6 | Christian Poidevin |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Blair Cowan (c) |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Tupou Afungia |
| JP Smith | 9 | Connor Tupai |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Josh Henderson |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Filimoni Waqainabete |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Ma’a Nonu |
| Tavite Lopeti | 13 | Marcel Brache |
| Jade Stighling | 14 | Tomas Aoake |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Mikey Te’o |
| Reserves | ||
| Joe Taufete’e | 16 | Cyrille Cama |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | Nathan Sylvia |
| Olive Kilifi | 18 | Darcy Breen |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Charlie Hewitt |
| Reid Davis | 20 | Vili Helu |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Aminae Amiatu-Tanoi |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Nick Boyer |
| Lauina Futi | 23 | Alex Horan |
Saturday, March 9th
Seattle Seawolves vs Miami Sharks
Score: 29-18
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 45°F, 8°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Cisco Lopez (USA)
Assistants: Robin Kaluzniak (Canada) & Brad Schwalger (Canada)
TMO: Greg Gilliam (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced off against the Miami Sharks in their second match of the 2024 season. The weather at Starfire Stadium was overcast with a chance of rain, typical for the Pacific Northwest. The match began with Miami scoring first, but Seattle quickly responded, showcasing their strength and strategy. Throughout the game, both teams demonstrated high-level play with notable defensive and offensive maneuvers. The Seawolves’ persistence paid off as they secured a hard-fought victory, moving their record to 2-0. Miami, despite their efforts, fell to 0-2 in the season.
| Seattle | Number | Miami |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Rob Evans |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Sean McNulty |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Reinaldo Piussi |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Tomás Casares |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Michael Etete |
| Huw Taylor | 6 | Benjamín Bonasso |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Dan Pryor |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Manuel Ardao |
| Ryan Rees | 9 | Tomás Cubelli (c) |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Felipe Etcheverry |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Santiago Videla |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Nick Grigg |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Tomás Inciarte |
| Lauina Futi | 14 | Marcos Young |
| JP Smith | 15 | Shane O’Leary |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Alex Glover |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | Jonas Petrakopoulos |
| Olive Kilifi | 18 | Alec McDonnell |
| Reid Davis | 19 | Rick Rose |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Chase Schor-Haskin |
| Taylor Krumrei | 21 | Damian Morley |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Guiseppe du Toit |
| Jeremiah Sio | 23 | Eric Naposki |
Saturday, March 16th
Seattle Seawolves vs Utah Warriors
Score: 23-13
Zions Bank Stadium, Herriman, UT | Weather: 55°F, 13°C, Clear skies
Referee: Luke Rogan (USA)
Assistants: Kahlil Harrison (USA) & Kage Green (USA)
TMO: Amanda Cox (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Utah Warriors in their third match of the 2024 season at Zions Bank Stadium. With clear skies and a perfect temperature for rugby, the game kicked off with high expectations from both teams. The match started with an early penalty kick by Utah, putting them ahead 3-0. Seattle quickly equalized with their own penalty kick, bringing the score to 3-3. The Seawolves then took control with a brilliant try down the right side, extending their lead. A series of strategic plays and relentless pressure led to Seattle scoring 16 straight points. Despite a strong push from Utah, Seattle’s defense held firm. The match concluded with Seattle securing a hard-fought victory, maintaining their unbeaten streak and moving their record to 3-0.
| Seattle | Number | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Franco van den Berg |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Nic Souchon |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Paul Mullen |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Frank Lochore |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Saia Uhila |
| Pago Haini | 6 | Thomas Tu’avao |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Bailey Wilson (c) |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Dylan Nel |
| JP Smith | 9 | Kieran McClea |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Joel Hodgson |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Isaia Kruse |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Paul Lasike |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Zion Going |
| Jade Stighling | 14 | Jesse Hamilton |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Caleb Makene |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Phil Bradford |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | Emerson Prior |
| Olive Kilifi | 18 | Angus MacLellan |
| Isaia Lotawa | 19 | Matt Jensen |
| Reid Davis | 20 | Onehunga Havili |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Alesana Pohla |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Kalisi Moli |
| Jeremiah Sio | 23 | Robbie Povey |
Saturday, March 23rd
Seattle Seawolves vs Houston SaberCats
Score: 40-42
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 53°F, 12°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Moe Chaudhry (Canada)
Assistants: Austin Reed (USA) & Brian Dusablon (USA)
TMO: Scott Green (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Houston SaberCats in their fourth match of the 2024 season at Starfire Stadium. Despite the overcast skies and the chance of rain, the match was highly anticipated as both teams were unbeaten and battling for the top spot in the Western Conference. The game began with intense plays from both sides. Houston was first to score, but Seattle quickly responded. The Seawolves showcased their strength with brilliant tries and strategic plays. However, the SaberCats managed to maintain their lead throughout the game. The match concluded dramatically with Houston securing a narrow victory, leaving Seattle with their first loss of the season.
| Seattle | Number | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Ezekiel Lindenmuth |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Pita Anae-Ah Sue |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Rob Cobb |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Justin Basson |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Johan Momsen (c) |
| Reid Davis | 6 | Marno Redelinghuys |
| Charles Elton (c) | 7 | Emmanuel Albert |
| Pago Haini | 8 | Ronan Murphy |
| JP Smith | 9 | Andre Warner |
| Mack Mason | 10 | AJ Alatimu |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Jeremy Misailegalu |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Dom Akina |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Tautalatasi Tasi |
| Lauina Futi | 14 | Christian Dyer |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Davy Coetzer |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Tiaan Erasmus |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | LaRome White |
| Olive Kilifi | 18 | Pono Davis |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Keni Nasoqeqe |
| Isaia Lotawa | 20 | Asa Carter |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Carlo de Nysschen |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Max Schumacher |
| Jeremiah Sio | 23 | Line Latu |
Saturday, March 30th
Seattle Seawolves vs Chicago Hounds
Score: 32 – 26
SeatGeek Stadium, Bridgeview, IL | Weather: 55°F, 13°C, Partly Cloudy
Referee: Derek Summers (USA)
Assistants: Amelia Luciano (USA) & Shawn Bastic (USA)
TMO: Eanna O’Dowd (Ireland)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Chicago Hounds in their fifth match of the 2024 season at SeatGeek Stadium. The weather was partly cloudy, providing a suitable backdrop for the match. Both teams were eager to secure a win, with Seattle aiming to maintain their strong position in the standings. The game kicked off with high intensity, featuring notable plays and strategic maneuvers from both sides. Despite Chicago’s early lead and strong defense, Seattle fought back with determination, showcasing their resilience and skill. The match featured impressive tries, strategic plays, and intense moments, ultimately culminating in a dramatic finish.
| Seattle | Number | Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Zura Zhvania |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Guillermo Pujadas |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Ignacio Péculo |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Mason Flesch |
| Jean Droste | 5 | James Scott |
| Huw Taylor | 6 | Conall Boomer |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Maclean Jones |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Luke White |
| JP Smith | 9 | Nick McCarthy |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Adriaan Carelse |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Julián Domínguez |
| Sam Windsor | 12 | Billy Meakes (c) |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Mark O’Keeffe |
| Lauina Futi | 14 | Noah Brown |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Luke Carty |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Dylan Fawsitt |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | Fred Apulu |
| Olive Kilifi | 18 | Charlie Abel |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Ben Landry |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Sam Peri |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Lucas Rumball |
| Toni Pulu | 22 | Michael Baska |
| Jeremiah Sio | 23 | Cassh Maluia |
Friday, April 5th
Seattle Seawolves vs Dallas Jackals
Score: 34-32
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 48°F, 9°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Scott Green (USA)
Assistants: Chris Assmus (Canada) & Brad Schwalger (Canada)
TMO: Amanda Cox (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Dallas Jackals in their sixth match of the 2024 season at Starfire Stadium. Despite the overcast skies and the chance of rain, the Seawolves were determined to secure a victory. The match began with intense plays from both sides, and the Dallas Jackals took an early lead with their strong offensive maneuvers. However, Seattle quickly responded with tries of their own. The game continued with back-and-forth action, showcasing the skills and resilience of both teams. In a dramatic finish, Seattle managed to clinch the win with a narrow margin, marking a significant victory for the team.
| Seattle | Number | Dallas |
|---|---|---|
| Chance Wenglewski | 1 | Joaquín Horcada |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Dewald Kotze |
| Olive Kilifi | 3 | Juan Pablo Zeiss |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Sam Golla (c) |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Daemon Torres |
| Pago Haini | 6 | Ronan Foley |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Makeen Alikhan |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Sam Tuifua |
| Ryan Rees | 9 | Juan-Dee Oliver |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Nazareno Valentini |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Tomás Malanos |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 12 | Conor Winchester |
| Dan Kriel | 13 | Mitch Richardson |
| Lauina Futi | 14 | Marcell Muller |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Vaughen Isaacs |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Liam Murray |
| Donald Dewald | 17 | Tomás Bekerman |
| Sam Matenga | 18 | Kyle Steeves |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Ronnie McElligott |
| Reid Davis | 20 | Marques Fuala’au |
| JP Smith | 21 | Joeli Tikoisuva |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Nic Benn |
| Conner Mooneyham | 23 | Jason Tidwell |
Friday, April 12th
Seattle Seawolves vs RFC Los Angeles
Score: 36-5
Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, CA | Weather: 57°F, 14°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: George Myers (Australia)
Assistants: Marquise Goodwin (USA) & Will Nelson (USA)
TMO: Cam Russell (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced RFC Los Angeles in their seventh match of the 2024 season at Dignity Health Sports Park. The weather was overcast and rainy, setting a challenging scene for the game. Seattle took an early lead with a penalty kick and continued to dominate throughout the match. Despite Los Angeles’ efforts to hold their ground, Seattle’s strategic plays and strong defense secured their victory. The game featured impressive tries from key players, ultimately ending with a decisive win for Seattle, maintaining their position at the top of the standings.
| Seattle | Number | Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|
| Chance Wenglewski | 1 | Dane Zander |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Bruce Kauika-Petersen |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Conor Young |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Reegan O’Gorman |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Theo Vukasinovic |
| Reid Davis | 6 | Semi Kunatani |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Max Katjijeko |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Jason Damm |
| JP Smith | 9 | Niall Saunders (c) |
| Sam Windsor | 10 | Dan Hollinshead |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Rory van Vugt |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 12 | Jason Emery |
| Dan Kriel | 13 | Seth Purdey |
| Toni Pulu | 14 | Jack Shaw |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Austin White |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Ben Strang |
| Kellen Gordon | 17 | Lincoln Si’i |
| Dewald Donald | 18 | Sam Buckley |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Liam Antrobus |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Michael Amiras |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Tas Smith |
| David Busby | 22 | Matt Anticev |
| Conner Mooneyham | 23 | Sam Walsh |
Saturday, April 14th
Seattle Seawolves vs New England Free Jacks
Score: 29-21
Veterans Memorial Stadium, Quincy, MA | Weather: 11°F, 11°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Luke Rogan (USA)
Assistants: Amelia Luciano (USA) & Aaron Davis (USA)
TMO: Mike Kelly (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the New England Free Jacks in their eighth match of the 2024 season at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The weather was overcast and rainy, creating a challenging environment for both teams. Seattle started strong with an early penalty kick and continued to dominate the game. Despite New England’s efforts to catch up, Seattle maintained their lead through strategic plays and solid defense. The match featured impressive tries and key performances from Seattle players, culminating in a hard-fought victory that further solidified their position at the top of the standings.
| Seattle | Number | New England |
|---|---|---|
| Dewald Donald | 1 | Kyle Ciquera |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Andrew Quattrin |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Cole Keith |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Josh Larsen |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Conor Keys |
| Charles Elton | 6 | Piers von Dadelszen |
| Kara Pryor | 7 | Mitch Jacobson (c) |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Wian Conradie |
| JP Smith | 9 | Cam Nordli-Kelemeti |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Jayson Potroz |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Paula Balekana |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Wayne van der Bank |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 13 | Ben LeSage |
| Conner Mooneyham | 14 | Mitch Wilson |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Reece MacDonald |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Sean Ralph |
| Kellen Gordon | 17 | Malakai Hala-Ngatai |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Kaleb Geiger |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Jackson Thiebes |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Seta Baker |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Holden Yungert |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Killian Coghlan |
| Tavite Lopeti | 23 | Danyon Morgan-Puterangi |
Friday, May 3rd
Seattle Seawolves vs Anthem Rugby Carolina
Score: 29-13
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 61 F, 16 C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Robin Kaluzniak (Canada)
Assistants: Peter Pender (Canada) & Kirk Swanner (USA)
TMO: Chris Assmus (Canada)
The Seattle Seawolves faced Anthem Rugby Carolina in their ninth match of the 2024 season at Starfire Stadium. Despite the challenging conditions, the Seawolves demonstrated their skill and determination throughout the match. The game began with strong defensive plays and strategic maneuvers from both sides. Seattle quickly took control with early tries and maintained their lead with consistent pressure. Anthem Rugby Carolina fought back with notable efforts, but Seattle’s resilience and tactical play secured their victory, ending the match with a decisive score of 29-13.
| Seattle | Number | Anthem Rugby Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Chance Wenglewski | 1 | Joaquín Horcada |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Dewald Kotze |
| Olive Kilifi | 3 | Juan Pablo Zeiss |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Sam Golla (c) |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Daemon Torres |
| Pago Haini | 6 | Ronan Foley |
| Charles Elton | 7 | Makeen Alikhan |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Sam Tuifua |
| Ryan Rees | 9 | Juan-Dee Oliver |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Nazareno Valentini |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Tomás Malanos |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 12 | Conor Winchester |
| Dan Kriel | 13 | Mitch Richardson |
| Lauina Futi | 14 | Marcell Muller |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Vaughen Isaacs |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Liam Murray |
| Donald Dewald | 17 | Tomás Bekerman |
| Sam Matenga | 18 | Kyle Steeves |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Ronnie McElligott |
| Reid Davis | 20 | Marques Fuala’au |
| JP Smith | 21 | Joeli Tikoisuva |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Nic Benn |
| Conner Mooneyham | 23 | Jason Tidwell |
Saturday, May 11th
Seattle Seawolves vs NOLA Gold
Score: 32-31
Veterans Memorial Stadium, Quincy, MA | Weather: 82 F, 22 C, Clear Skies
Referee: Chris Assmus (Canada)
Assistants: Robin Kaluzniak (Canada) & Brad Schwalger (Canada)
TMO: Derek Summers (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced NOLA Gold in their tenth match of the 2024 season at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Despite the challenging conditions, the Seawolves demonstrated their skill and determination throughout the match. The game began with strong defensive plays and strategic maneuvers from both sides. Seattle quickly took control with early tries and maintained their lead with consistent pressure. NOLA Gold fought back with notable efforts, but Seattle’s resilience and tactical play secured their victory, ending the match with a decisive score of 32-31.
| Seattle | Number | NOLA Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Donald Dewald | 1 | Jake Turnbull (c) |
| DaQuan Perry | 2 | Connor Robinson |
| Olive Kilifi | 3 | Joe Apikotoa |
| Taylor Krumrei | 4 | James Rivers |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Reagan Leslie |
| Charles Elton | 6 | Shneil Singh |
| Kara Pryor | 7 | Joe Basser |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | Dylan Fortune |
| Ryan Rees | 9 | Conor McManus |
| Sam Windsor | 10 | Cliven Loubser |
| Jade Stighling | 11 | Te Rangatira Waitokia |
| Tavite Lopeti | 12 | Junior Gafa |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 13 | Dom Iacovino |
| Conner Mooneyham | 14 | Cael Hodgson |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Tomasi Alosio |
| Reserves | ||
| Joe Taufete’e | 16 | Jack Manzo |
| Cameron Orr | 17 | Dan Hanson |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Stephan Bernal-Wendt |
| Isaia Lotawa | 19 | Lucas Gramlick |
| Huw Taylor | 20 | Graeme Pedegana |
| JP Smith | 21 | Siaosi Nai |
| Mack Mason | 22 | Shane Barry |
| Lauina Futi | 23 | Tyren Al-Jiboori |
Sunday, May 19th
Seattle Seawolves vs Dallas Jackals
Score: 7-14
Choctaw Stadium, Arlington, TX | Weather: 79 F, 26 C, Clear skies
Referee: Federico Anselmi (Argentina)
Assistants: Marquise Goodwin (USA) & Ben Dickenson (USA)
TMO: Amanda Cox (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Dallas Jackals in their eleventh match of the 2024 season at Choctaw Stadium. Despite the challenging conditions, the Seawolves demonstrated their skill and determination throughout the match. The game began with strong defensive plays and strategic maneuvers from both sides. Seattle quickly took control with early tries and maintained their lead with consistent pressure. However, the Dallas Jackals fought back with notable efforts, eventually overcoming Seattle’s defense. The Seawolves’ resilience wasn’t enough to secure a win, and they ended the match with a close score of 7-14 in favor of the Dallas Jackals.
| Seattle | Number | Dallas |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Matt Harmon |
| Dewald Donald | 2 | Pat O’Toole |
| Olive Kilifi | 3 | Jarred Adams |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Malcolm May |
| Jean Droste | 5 | William Waguespack |
| Reid Davis | 6 | Moni Tonga’uiha (c) |
| Huw Taylor | 7 | Jonah Mau’u |
| Riekert Hattingh (c) | 8 | OJ Noa |
| JP Smith | 9 | Luke Campbell |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Dorian Jones |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Ed Fidow |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Jordan Jackson-Hope |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 13 | Ross Depperschmidt |
| Jade Stighling | 14 | Taniela Filimone |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Julian Roberts |
| Reserves | ||
| Joe Taufete’e | 16 | Jack Manzo |
| Cameron Orr | 17 | Dan Hanson |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Stephan Bernal-Wendt |
| Isaia Lotawa | 19 | Lucas Gramlick |
| Huw Taylor | 20 | Graeme Pedegana |
| JP Smith | 21 | Siaosi Nai |
| Mack Mason | 22 | Shane Barry |
| Lauina Futi | 23 | Tyren Al-Jiboori |
Friday, May 24th
Seattle Seawolves vs Old Glory DC
Score: 26-24
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 55°F, 13°C, Overcast and rainy
Referee: Damián Schneider (Argentina)
Assistants: Marquise Goodwin (USA) & Brian Dusablon (USA)
TMO: Derek Summers (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced Old Glory DC in their twelfth match of the 2024 season at Starfire Stadium. Despite the challenging conditions, the Seawolves demonstrated their skill and determination throughout the match. The game began with strong defensive plays and strategic maneuvers from both sides. Seattle quickly took control with early tries and maintained their lead with consistent pressure. Old Glory DC fought back with notable efforts, but Seattle’s resilience and tactical play secured their victory, ending the match with a decisive score of 26-24.
| Seattle | Number | Old Glory DC |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Quentin Newcomer |
| DaQuan Perry | 2 | Martín Vaca |
| Olive Kilifi | 3 | Steven Longwell |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Tevita Naqali |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Bill Whiteside |
| Huw Taylor | 6 | Collin Grosse |
| Montae Akuei | 7 | Brady Daniel |
| Pago Haini | 8 | Jamason Fa’anana-Schultz (c) |
| JP Smith | 9 | Connor Buckley |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Jason Robertson |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Axel Müller |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | William Talataina |
| Tevita Kuridrani | 13 | John Powers |
| Ina Futi | 14 | John Rizzo |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Perry Humphreys |
| Reserves | ||
| Donald Dewald | 16 | Facundo Gattas |
| Kellen Gordon | 17 | Joe Wrafter |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Cali Martinez |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Charlie Overton |
| Isaia Lotawa | 20 | Dacoda Worth |
| Reid Davis | 21 | Ethan McVeigh |
| Ryan Rees | 22 | Gradyn Bowd |
| Sam Windsor | 23 | Palema Roberts |
Friday, May 24th
Seattle Seawolves vs Utah Warriors
Score: 68-29
Starfire Stadium, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 73°F, 23°C, Clear skies
Referee: Saba Abulashvili (Georgia)
Assistants: Kat Roche (USA) & Will Nelson (USA)
TMO: Austin Reed (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Utah Warriors in their thirteenth match of the 2024 season at Starfire Stadium. The game saw Seattle showcasing their offensive prowess, with multiple tries scored early in the match. Despite a strong effort from Utah, Seattle’s relentless pressure and strategic play led to a high-scoring victory. The Seawolves’ dominance was evident as they continuously broke through Utah’s defenses, securing a decisive win with a final score of 68-29.
| Seattle | Number | Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Fatongia Paea |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Tuvere Vugakoto |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Paul Mullen |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Frank Lochore |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Louis Conradie |
| Devin Short | 6 | Bailey Wilson |
| Montae Akuei | 7 | John DuPree |
| Huw Taylor | 8 | Thomas Tu’avao |
| JP Smith (c) | 9 | Zion Going |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Robbie Povey |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Jesse Hamilton |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Joel Hodgson (c) |
| Tavite Lopeti | 13 | Lopeti Aisea |
| Jade Stighling | 14 | Noah Bain |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Michael Manson |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Nic Souchon |
| Kellen Gordon | 17 | Emerson Prior |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Angus MacLellan |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Jonah Dietenberger |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Kalisi Moli |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Kieran McClea |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Tyler Wong |
| Lauina Futi | 23 | Sam Reimer |
Saturday, June 15th
Seattle Seawolves vs Houston SaberCats
Score: 25-28
Houston SaberCats Stadium, Houston, TX | Weather: 93°F, 34°C, Clear skies
Referee: Lex Weiner (USA)
Assistants: Kahlil Harrison (USA) & Jono Cooper (USA)
TMO: Austin Reed (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced the Houston SaberCats in their fourteenth match of the 2024 season at the Houston SaberCats Stadium. The intense heat added another layer of challenge to the already fierce competition. The game was marked by strong performances from both sides, with Houston quickly gaining an early lead. Seattle fought back with determined efforts, including strategic plays and strong defensive maneuvers. Despite their resilience, the Seawolves were unable to overcome Houston’s lead. The match concluded with a close score of 25-28, securing a victory for the SaberCats and highlighting the competitive nature of the league.
| Seattle | Number | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Rob Cobb |
| Joe Taufete’e | 2 | Pita Anae-Ah Sue |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Pono Davis |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Justin Basson |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Nathan Den Hoedt (c) |
| Devin Short | 6 | Ronan Murphy |
| Monate Akuei | 7 | Keni Nasoqeqe |
| Huw Taylor | 8 | Gideon van Wyk |
| JP Smith (c) | 9 | Andre Warner |
| Mack Mason | 10 | AJ Alatimu |
| Toni Pulu | 11 | Seimou Smith |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | Louritz van der Schyff |
| Tavite Lopeti | 13 | Tautalatasi Tasi |
| Jade Stighling | 14 | Christian Dyer |
| Divan Rossouw | 15 | Davy Coetzer |
| Reserves | ||
| Jackson Zabierek | 16 | Tiaan Erasmus |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | LaRome White |
| Koby Baker | 18 | Val Lee-Lo |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Emmanuel Albert |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Asa Carter |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Carlo de Nysschen |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Max Schumacher |
| Lauina Futi | 23 | Jeremy Misailegalu |
Saturday, June 22nd
Seattle Seawolves vs RFC Los Angeles
Score: 29-12
Starfire Sports, Tukwila, WA | Weather: 75°F, 24°C, Clear skies
Referee: Robin Kaluzniak (Canada)
Assistants: Chris Assmus (Canada) & Clint Lemkus (Canada)
TMO: Austin Reed (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced off against RFC Los Angeles in a thrilling match at Starfire Sports. With strong performances from both teams, Seattle managed to secure a victory with a score of 29-12. The match featured impressive plays and strategic maneuvers. Notably, JP Smith, the captain, and the league’s leading scorer, Mack Mason, led Seattle’s attack, with Ina Futi and Conor Mooneyham making significant contributions on the wings. The Seawolves’ defense was formidable, and their consistent pressure on Los Angeles ensured their victory, bringing them closer to the conference semi-final.
| Seattle | Number | Los Angeles |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Wilton Rebolo |
| Jackson Zabierek | 2 | Ben Strang |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Alex Maughan |
| Rhyno Herbst | 4 | Max Katjijeko |
| Jean Droste | 5 | Reegan O’Gorman |
| Devin Short | 6 | Bruce Yun |
| Montae Akuei | 7 | Matt Heaton (c) |
| Huw Taylor | 8 | Semi Kunatani |
| JP Smith (c) | 9 | Tas Smith |
| Mack Mason | 10 | Sean Nolan |
| Lauina Futi | 11 | Jack Shaw |
| Dan Kriel | 12 | James Stokes |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Seth Purdey |
| Conner Mooneyham | 14 | Henry Speight |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Rory van Vugt |
| Reserves | ||
| DaQuan Perry | 16 | Dane Zander |
| Chance Wenglewski | 17 | Alessandro Heaney |
| Koby Baker | 18 | Conor Young |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Liam Antrobus |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Will Leonard |
| Ryan Rees | 21 | Matt Anticev |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Sam Walsh |
| Tavite Lopeti | 23 | Brooklyn Hardaker |
Saturday, June 29
Seattle Seawolves vs San Diego Legion
Score: 45-33
Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA | Weather: 81°F, 27°C, Partly Cloudy
Referee: Angus Mabey (New Zealand)
Assistants: Marquise Goodwin (USA) & Kirk Swanner (USA)
TMO: Austin Reed (USA)
The Seattle Seawolves faced off against the San Diego Legion in their sixteenth match of the 2024 season at Snapdragon Stadium. In a fiercely contested battle, Seattle showcased their offensive prowess and tactical play, but ultimately fell short against the strong defense of the San Diego Legion. Early on, Seattle took control with quick tries and strategic plays, leveraging their powerful backline and skilled forwards. Despite their efforts, San Diego’s relentless pressure and ability to capitalize on key moments turned the tide. The match ended with Seattle losing a hard-fought contest, 33-45.
| Seattle | Number | San Diego |
|---|---|---|
| Cameron Orr | 1 | Payton Telea-Ilalio |
| DaQuan Perry | 2 | Hugh Roach |
| Sam Matenga | 3 | Luke Green |
| Isaia Lotawa | 4 | Jay Tuivaiti |
| Mahonri Ngakuru | 5 | Charlie Hewitt |
| Devin Short | 6 | Vili Helu |
| Monate Akuei | 7 | Blair Cowan (c) |
| Huw Taylor | 8 | Tevita Tameilau |
| Ryan Rees | 9 | Danny Christensen |
| Mack Mason (c) | 10 | Matt Giteau |
| Lauina Futi | 11 | James Vaifale |
| Tavite Lopeti | 12 | Ma’a Nonu |
| Divan Rossouw | 13 | Filimoni Waqainabete |
| Jeremiah Sio | 14 | Tomas Aoake |
| Duncan Matthews | 15 | Mikey Te’o |
| Reserves | ||
| Jackson Zabierek | 16 | Cyrille Cama |
| Dewald Donald | 17 | Faka’osi Pifeleti |
| Chance Wenglewski | 18 | Darcy Breen |
| Taylor Krumrei | 19 | Brandon Harvey |
| Pago Haini | 20 | Isaac Ross |
| JP Smith | 21 | Paddy Ryan |
| Sam Windsor | 22 | Nick Boyer |
| Rhys Jones | 23 | Lincoln McClutchie |
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