Canada is one game away from hoisting the Women’s Rugby World Cup crown. The team is facing England in the finals this Saturday.

Junior girls’ players from local rugby club Toronto Nomads said it has been exciting to see the national team’s tournament dominance.

“It’s really inspiring, it makes you think you can go pro anywhere,” said rugby player Sarah McCabe. “It really makes me so happy seeing the women getting the recognition they deserve,” said rugby player Abigail Flores. The Nomads are excited for Team Canada, but there will be extra cheers for national player Asia Hogan -Rochester. Rochester played with the Nomads and helps out the junior teams.

“I’m so proud that Asia made it all the way here from Nomads! I feel like I’m part of the community too,” said rugby player Ariana Pirn

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