With an armoury of returning talent bolstering the side, the Black Ferns Sevens are ‘near to’ Full Strength for this weekends HSBC Hamilton 7s. Several of the team’s most senior and influential players return for the New Zealand leg of the HSBC Women’s Sevens Series return after being named in the NZ Sevens squad. The […] READ MORE
Tag: Sevens Sisters
Women Take a Prime Position in New Zealand Rugby
New Zealand has produced some fine rugby players, and had some great performances over 2016. The game is varied, with society today more fairly represented on the field as women take a prime position in New Zealand Rugby (NZR). The women’s game is strong, and it is time to celebrate that openly. The numbers of […] READ MORE
New Zealand Sevens Hub Created; New Coach, New Direction in 2017
Like many high performance sports, rugby sevens is becoming more organized in it’s approach. From the training, skills improvement, mental and physical well being, to having all athletes together. This is a successful way to build a team dynamic. So with the New Zealand Sevens new hub being formalized in the Bay of Plenty, more […] 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
‘The Lowdown’ Sevens Collection: 2016 Dream Team and Future Stars
With the game of sevens reaching greater heights after the success of the Olympic Games, here are some of the players that deserve recognition for their contribution to the game. Last Word On Rugby contributor Jovilisi Waqa has covered the full 2015/16 World Rugby Sevens Series, Olympic qualifying and Olympic tournament. His popular ‘Lowdown’ features […] READ MORE
Several NZ Rugby Teams Named
New Zealand teams are currently preparing for matches and for critical tournaments across the globe. From the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series, to Autumn International test rugby, NZ rugby teams named this week will each have success as their key goals. Several NZ Rugby Teams Named New Zealand (NZ) Rugby hold a proud place on […] READ MORE