Leigh Halfpenny’s pledge to play proves the Lions are still the pinnacle for Britain and Ireland’s finest

Rugby Sevens in the news:

Leigh Halfpenny’s pledge to play proves the Lions are still the pinnacle for Britain and Ireland’s finest: A tiny nation has united in acclaiming their first ever Olympic medallists – the rugby Sevens squad who conquered the world in Rio to claim gold. The celebrations have been colourful, joyous and prolonged. Villages have honoured their champion sons. “Rugby Sevens” – BingNews

Etheridge makes history: RUGBY sevens is undoubtedly one of the fastest growing sports in Australia and with the gold medal success of our women’s side in Rio, it is easy to understand why. It was the first time the sport was played at Olympics and Gemma Etheridge was part of … “Rugby Sevens” – BingNews

Early bird 2017 Canada Sevens tickets go on sale Sept. 13: Following on from the successful Vancouver debut of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series last March, tournament organizers have confirmed initial ticket details for the 2017 edition. Once again, the tournament will run over two days — there had been some … “Rugby Sevens” – BingNews

Olympic sevens and All Blacks’ attacking style provide glimpse of what rugby’s future should be: For me there is added anticipation for the year ahead due to the unique events that have played out this summer. Rugby Sevens was a wonderful success in the Olympics. Not from a parochial Team GB perspective but as a statement to the world of the best … “Rugby Sevens” – BingNews

HOK’s John Rhodes Discusses Rugby’s Return to the Olympics: HOK’s John Rhodes led a panel discussion on the popularity of rugby Sevens and the implications of rugby’s return to the Olympics. Participants included English sports broadcaster John Inverdale; Howard Thomas, president of Rugby Europe Commercial an … “Rugby Sevens” – BingNews