By Canadian Press

Canada women open Day 2 of Vancouver rugby sevens with win to book quarterfinal spot

Feb 24, 2024 | 12:46 PM

VANCOUVER — Canada’s women’s rugby sevens squad ran out to a 22-5 win over Spain on the second day of the HSBC SVNS at B.C. Place to book a spot in the quarterfinals.

After taking an early two-try lead courtesy of Fancy Bermudez and Florence Symonds, Spain pulled one back to end the first half 10-5.

Charity Williams restored the lead midway through the second half after receiving an off-load from Symonds to break down the wing. 

The try marked Williams’ 452nd point in sevens competition.

Asia Hogan-Rochester sealed the win with a try with just over a minute left. 

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It started with a scrum on the opposite side of the field before Hogan-Rochester found free space.

Earlier in the day, Australia preserved its unbeaten record with a 17-12 win over the U.S. while Fiji hammered Japan 36-12.

The Canadian men’s side will play Spain later in the day.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 24, 2024.

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