Cheers to the start of the 2022-23 Honey Badger season. Your ladies came out to the pitch ready to defend their home turf against Philly D1.

The Badgers started off a bit bumpy, as noted by team co-captain, Masha Romanchak, but that is expected with new players and new lines overcoming a learning curve. We held Philly off for the first 20 minutes until they scored their first try. Kate “Todo” Todorovich brought us on the board with our first try, bringing the score to 14-5 at the end of the half.

After a motivating halftime speech by coach Dolla Harmse, the Badgers came out ready to strike. The ladies turned up the heat and the score. Erin Gallagher-Johnson, Izzy Izquierdo, Sophie Clendenin, Sara Mercado, and Lily Soliday each touched down a try in the 2nd half. Izzy and Sara’s tries were their firsts’ with Severn earning them Zulu Warrior status. Izzy is one of our new players and this was her last game with Severn before she departs to Okinawa to serve in the Marine Corps. She is thankful for the experience and lasting memories she has created with the Badgers in just the three months she’s been with us. Shanna Davidson, a five year Severn vet, said it felt good to dust off her boots and shake off the first game jitters. Severn closed the match with a 36-14 victory over Philly.

Your ladies are feeling strong and ready for another fantastic season. We only plan to keep going up from here!

XOXO,

Belligerent Badger

Tries-Kate Todorovich-1, Erin Gallagher-Johnson-1, Izzy Izquierdo-1, Sophie Clendenin-1, Sara Mercado-1, Lily Soliday-1

Kicks- Charlee Bryan- 3 out of 6

Women of the Match- Lily Soliday and Izzy Izquierdo (Pictured below)