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The Cape Fear Women’s Rugby Club, known as the Fear the Maniacs, is preparing for its upcoming season.

Club members describe the sport as a mix of soccer and American football, emphasizing its strong community aspect.

Many players are new to the sport, often joining after college or being inspired by professional teams.

The team competes against others in the southeast and welcomes new members aged 18 and older.

It’s nearly 7 p.m. on a Monday evening in August, and women sprint along the pitch at Flytrap Downs.

They are members of the Cape Fear Women’s Rugby Club, and they are running drills to prepare for their upcoming season.

Rugby has been around since the 19 th century, but many people are still unfamiliar with the sport. Anna Poston, president of the Cape

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