The HSBC Kitakyushu Sevens (7s) kicked off in style at the brand new Mikuni World Stadium. Fijiana kept their hope alive for their first ever cup win, and scored a confidence boosting semifinals appearance. Across the draw, New Zealand (kiwi’s) chase their third title. In a good day for the traditional foes, results on Day […] READ MORE
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HSBC Kitakyushu Sevens 2017
The fourth round of the HSBC Women’s Sevens Series will be hosted by Japan this weekend, in the Southern city of Kitakyushu. 12 teams, including the hosts Japan will battle it out in the inaugural event at the new Mikuni World Stadium from April 22-23. This could be the dress rehearsal for Japan, as they get […] READ MORE
USA Sevens: Kiwi ‘Sisters’ Win Second Title of 2016/17 Season
The New Zealand girls overcame the Olympic champions Australia 28-5 to extend their lead in the World Series. The tournament which was held concurrent alongside the Men's tournament, was a total success. New stars were unearthed, across all competing teams along with your household Sevens Series names continuing their fine form. READ MORE
Las Vegas Women’s Sevens Draw
Traditionally a weekend event, adding the women's competition now see's the event cover three days. Not only is that more rugby sevens--but it is all the more time to party! So fans will be primed from Friday, to enjoy the bright lights of Vegas, and the shining stars of the World Rugby Sevens Series. READ MORE
Women’s Sevens Series: The 2016/17 Season So Far
Las Vegas will host the third consecutive round where both Men’s and Women’s tournament will be played in the same venue over the same weekend. With the Women’s game continuing to reach new horizons attracting more interests, playing on the same venue will add more to its appeal. READ MORE
Canada Womens Sevens Claim Title at Sydney 7s
The inaugural Sydney 7s Women's Round has been claimed by Canada Women's Sevens on a day of shocks at the Allianz Stadium READ MORE
Sydney Sevens Women’s Competition – Fijiana Battle with Aussie Women
Adding to the HSBC World Rugby Women's Sevens Series, the debut Sydney tournament will add to the already popular Australian leg. Coming off a poor attended Wellington round, the players and coaches will be delighted. Many had commented how the lack of crowd noise diluted last weekends atmosphere--so in the Sydney Sevens Women's Competition, expect the crowds to be fun, loud and colourful. READ MORE
HSBC Sydney 7s: Seven to Watch
The HSBC Sydney 7s is this weekend with a wealth of talent on show in both the Men's and Women's Series. LWOR takes a look at the top performers so far. READ MORE
Sydney 7’s 2017 Women’s Draw Confirmed
The draw for the Sydney 7's 2017 Women's tournament has today been announced with the Aussie Golden Girls looking to get their title defence back on track. READ MORE
Great Expectations in Rugby Union
The second year in the World Cup cycle could be thought of as 'calm period'. But that would be the wrong attitude. Rugby must promote the ball! Like any sport, maintain high standards and hold onto their support base, while growing new fans across all regions. That is the key to success. And with great expectation in Rugby Union, there will be plenty to report on over these next twelve months. READ MORE