  Makati Mavericks Women’s Team performing a strong towering lineout lift during their second match with the Rogues. Photos by Makati Mavericks Sports Foundation. by Mark Villamora MANILA, Philippines - The Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) Domestic League will conclude its first full XVs season after the pandemic this June 15 at the PSC Ultra Philsports Complex, Pasig City. Three divisions—Women’s, Championship, and Premiership— are rucking for the PRFU trophy after a 9-week season that began in March. A total of 11 teams lined up for the 2024 season, compared to 9 teams last year that ended in three weeks. The Women’s Eagles RFC and La Liga from the Championship division did not compete in this year due to unavailability, but 4 additional teams made their debut in the packed XVs league. This 2024 domestic XVs league is also the first season where each team now has the opportunity to host matches during the pool rounds. Women’s Division SKF Makati Mavericks and Rogues of the Manila Nomads are the two teams vying to be the best women’s XVs rugby team in the country this season. The SKF Makati Mavericks have consistently dominated the Rogues in their past two games, securing victories with leads over 50 points. The upcoming finals pose a significant challenge for the Rogues, who hope to turn the tables with their match game scheduled for 10 AM this Saturday. Mariah Jasmine Torio of SKF Makati Mavericks is currently leading as the top scorer for the women’s division, averaging 2.5 tries per match.  SKF Rooster’s John Eric Come reaching the try line to become the highest scorer of the season so far. Photos by Makati Mavericks Sports Foundation. Championship Division The lineup for the Championship Division has doubled compared to last year's tournament. Pool A includes the Clark Jets Rugby Football Club (RFC), Gorillas Rugby Club, and Carabaos of the Manila Nomads. Pool B has SKF Makati Mavericks Roosters, Ibons of the Eagles RFC, and Braves RFC. Returning team Clark Jets led the Pool A with a flawless record, securing their spot in the finals by eliminating Ibons by 41-20. The SKF Makati Mavericks Roosters also achieved a 2-game winning streak during the eliminations, dominating the Gorillas with a commanding 70-point lead as they advanced to the finals. John Eric Cosme of SKF Makati Mavericks Rooster scored 5 tries during the semifinals on week 7, marking the highest number of tries in a single game this season so far. The Clark Jets and SKF Roosters will face off after the women’s finals at 1PM.  Manila Nomads maintained possession of the ball after a scrum against the Makati Mavericks in the rainy Week 8 match of the XVs Series. Photos by Makati Mavericks Sports Foundation. Premiership Division
Three highly esteemed teams are lined up in the Premiership Division: Manila Nomads Rugby Club, Eagles RFC, and SKF Makati Mavericks. The season kicked off with a fiercely contested match between the Eagles and the Nomads, with a nail-biting 27-26, favoring the Eagles. While SKF Makati Mavericks currently top both the women’s and championship divisions, they have struggled to keep up in the Premiership, with both the Nomads and Eagles consistently outscored them even when their stallion’s scores were doubled. The second game between the Mavericks and Eagles was postponed and later forfeited, marking the end of the Mavericks in the Premiership division. The Eagles remain undefeated with a perfect record and are set to face the Nomads, whom they defeated twice in this season. It will be compelling to see if the Nomads can replicate their momentum from their first match with the Eagles and potentially outwit them in the finale. Nomad’s Kai Ledesma scored 12 points from 6 conversions during the eight week against the Mavericks, marking as the highest tally in the Premiership division so far. Eagles' Nevirittee Belden also contributed 7 points from 1 penalty kick and 2 conversions during the sixth week against the Nomads. The head to head match between the Eagles RFC and the Manila Nomads will be refereed by Asia Rugby Panel referee and Hong Kong Rugby referee, Morgan White on the same day at 4pm, following the Championship division finals. Hong Kong Rugby referees Allen Judge and Sam Chan will also officiate the Women’s and Championship division respectively. The nearly three-month-long domestic XVs rugby season will finally reach its try line on June 15th for all divisions, with matches scheduled at 10am, 1pm, and 4pm at the PSC Ultra Philsports Complex, Pasig City. About Philippine Rugby Football Union The Philippine Rugby Football Union (PRFU) is the governing body for the sport of rugby in the Philippines. Established in 1998, PRFU is dedicated to the development and promotion of rugby across the country, from grassroots to elite levels. PRFU oversees various rugby programs, competitions, and national teams, aiming to make rugby a major sport in the Philippines. For inquiries, please contact: [email protected] Comments are closed.
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