Photo Recap of USA Women in Dubai

Written by Jackie Finlan Friday, 02 December 2011 12:32

Sevens - USA Sevens Women

Photos courtesy of Ian Muir

The USA and Canada face off once again in tomorrow's Dubai Women's International 7s.

Canada won pool A with wins over Brazil (31-0), Spain (19-14) and defending Sevens World Cup champion Australia (14-7). The Canadians are carrying a very experienced squad under captain Mandy Marchak, and have seen young up-and-comers like Arielle Dubissette-Borrice, Magali Harvey and Kelsey Willoughby break onto the international scene.

The USA brings a wealth of experience as well. Led by captain Beth Black, veterans like Amy Daniels, Pam Kosanke and Katie Dowty anchor a team that is also seeing international debuts from Kimber Rozier, Kaelene Lundstrum and Rebekah Siebach.

The USA did well to win its first two matches against South Africa (22-10) and China (14-7), and put on a less experienced squad against England during the 31-0 loss.

While Canada is favored in this matchup, it'll be a spirited, competitive contest as a North American rivaly can only produce. Here are some highlights from the two teams' pool play games today.

Emilie Bydwell flattens a South African player in the USA 22-10 win. (Ian Muir photo)

Canada's Ashley Patzer drives into an Australian player during the teams' final pool play match. (Ian Muir photo)

Katie Dowty is in quick support as Kimber Rozier ties up an England player. (Ian Muir photo)

Canada's Magali Harvey fights through two Australian defenders. (Ian Muir photo)

USA rookie Rebekah Siebach collars an England player. (Ian Muir photo)

Canada's Kelsey Willoughby is dragged down by Brazil. (Ian Muir)

Deven Owsiany pops the ball to Kaelene Lundstrum during the England match. (Ian Muir photo)

Canada captain Mandy Marchak drives a Brazilian player to the ground. (Ian Muir photo)

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