The Trinidad and Tobago (TT) men’s rugby team showcased resilience and determination in the 2025 Rugby Americas North (RAN) Sevens tournament, securing a spot in the semifinals after a challenging start. Competing at the Larry Gomes Stadium in Malabar, the TT men began their campaign on November 21 with a 14-14 draw against Guyana in Group B, followed by a commanding 25-14 victory over the Cayman Islands. However, they faced a setback on November 22 with a 14-5 loss to Jamaica, slipping to third in their group. In a crucial quarterfinal match against Mexico, the TT men delivered a stellar performance, triumphing 19-5 with tries from Rauri O’Farrell, Marcus Arrindell, and Jonathan Taylor. They now prepare to face reigning champions Canada in the semifinals on November 23, aiming to avenge their 38-0 defeat in the 2024 final. On the women’s side, the TT team started strong with dominant wins over Guyana (39-0) and Bermuda (29-0) but encountered challenges on day two, losing 15-0 to Mexico and 22-7 to Jamaica. They will look to bounce back in their final round-robin match against Barbados on November 23. The women’s placement matches and final are also scheduled for the same day, promising an exciting conclusion to the tournament.
Trinidad and Tobago ruggermen into RAN 7s semis with win over Mexico
