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USA Rugby Star Alev Kelter Suspended for Reckless Play

5/21/2025

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USA women's rugby star Alev Kelter faces a three-match suspension after a reckless stamp on Australia's Georgina Friedrichs during the Pacific Four Series. The Disciplinary Committee ruled her actions were not intentional, but the consequence is significant—she will sit out the crucial match against the Black Ferns and two club games with the Bay Breakers.

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USA women's rugby star Alev Kelter faces a three-match suspension after a reckless stamp on Australia's Georgina Friedrichs during the Pacific Four Series. The Disciplinary Committee ruled her actions were not intentional, but the consequence is significant—she will sit out the crucial match against the Black Ferns and two club games with the Bay Breakers.