We’re incredibly proud of our newly appointed South East Regional Lead, Chantelle Miell – a GB Sevens and Saracens Women player – for her continued commitment to driving positive change in the women’s game. Chantelle has always been passionate about supporting girls and women in rugby, both on and off the pitch, and her new […]
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Congratulations to our UR7s Girls on England Women’s Pathway Selection! We’re incredibly proud to share that 18 UR7s girls – a mix of current and graduate players, as well as coaches – have been selected for the England Women’s Pathway programme. This is a huge achievement and a testament to their hard work, commitment, and
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Last weekend, UR7s took two teams—an U16 and an U18 boys squad—to compete at the Lisbon Junior 7s. It was a trip full of early mornings, fierce competition, and unforgettable moments both on and off the field. Friday: The Journey Begins Our adventure started bright and early at Gatwick Airport. With sleepy eyes but plenty
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In April this year, Ultimate Rugby Sevens (UR7s) were contacted by representatives of the Czech Rugby Union Women’s 7s National Team to explore opportunities that could help them develop players from their U16-U20 squads. Rugby Union in the Czech Republic is currently benefiting from a national project supporting the development of Women’s Olympic sports. Barney
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As the dust finally settles on the Olympic Rugby sevens, former Wales 7s player & UR7s coach Chris Knight reflects back on six days of tantalising Tokyo action. What a sport Rugby Sevens is After 16 months in the wilderness, rugby sevens returned and delivered one of its greatest ever performances on the biggest of
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By Barney Pascall It’s a big weekend ahead as we hold our first ever Girls Trial Days in the North and South respectively. As part of the launch of the Girls Academy in August we are running these trial days to find the first cohort of young female athletes to join the National Sevens Academy.
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By Barney Pascall Wales Men’s 7s Captain, Luke Treharne, and England Men’s 7s Captain and Team GB Olympic Silver Medallist, Tom Mitchell, will be joining with immediate effect and will help shape and deliver the long-term vision of Ultimate Rugby Sevens, including our National Sevens Academy. In addition, Tom and Luke will apply their skills and
