US women’s rugby star sent off for ‘deliberate and dangerous’ head stamp of Australian opponent
Alev Kelter faces a judicial hearing and possibly a lengthy suspension
Alev Kelter of the USA leaves the field after receiving a red card during the Pacific Four Series International Match between the Australia Wallaroos and USA at GIO Stadium on May 17, 2025 in Canberra, Australia. (Mark Nolan/Getty Images)
United States forward Alev Kelter, #5, runs against Great Britain in a women's quarterfinal rugby match during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France on July 29, 2024. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)
United States forward Alev Kelter, #5, and United States forward Ilona Maher, #2, celebrate after defeating Great Britain in a women's quarterfinal rugby match during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France on July 29, 2024. (Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports)