US Women’s Rugby Makes History: Secures Spot in First-Ever Bronze Medal Match – Discover Their Journey

The U.S. women’s Rugby Sevens team has achieved a historic milestone by securing their first Olympic medal in the sport.

SAINT-DENIS, France — In a dramatic finish, Alex Sedrick sprinted the length of the field to clinch the bronze medal for the U.S. in a nail-biting match against Australia on Tuesday.

The Australians, champions in 2016, were ahead 12-7 and looked set to win as the clock wound down. However, Sedrick received the ball and evaded two tacklers, racing to the other end to score. Her incredible play sparked celebrations among the American team and fans.

Earlier, the U.S. women reached the Olympic semifinals for the first time but were defeated by the reigning champions, New Zealand. This loss set up a crucial playoff against Australia, with a medal at stake.

The Americans celebrated their 14-12 triumph joyously. Sammy Sullivan wept with emotion, while Ilona Maher raised her arms in victory. The stadium echoed with Bruce Springsteen’s iconic song, “Born in the U.S.A.”, amplifying the moment of triumph.

The team waited until after the final match between New Zealand and Canada to proudly stand on the podium and receive their medals, marking a significant achievement in the history of U.S. women’s rugby.