Uganda national rugby 7s side lost their opening game 33-7 to a stronger side in Samoa despite putting in a good shift.
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Captain Michael Wokorach scored the first try of the game, thanks to a high press from Adrian Kasito and good composure by Aaron Ofoyrwoth.
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France based star Phillip Wokorach added the extras before Samoa owned the scoreboard till the last play.
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They crossed the try line five times as the Rugby Cranes 7s had their scoring chance from Michael Wokorach ruled out after a review as he grounded before reaching the scoring area.
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The game had players giving in their best and fans from the Pearl of Africa bossing the stands as they waved the flags.
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Next in the Cranes path is South Korea tomorrow at 9:59 AM in the bowl quarterfinals inside the hosting city, Cape Town in South Africa
Photo Credit: Uganda Rugby Union