DUBAI AWAITS THE LIONESSES

DUBAI AWAITS THE LIONESSES

Ahead of their first attendance at the Emirates Dubai 7s, we are thrilled to confirm our Pool Stage opponents for the event.

 

Competing in the International Invitational Women’s competition – the level below the HSBC World Sevens Series competition. The Lionesses have been drawn in Pool A.

 

Alongside Australia “A”, HSBC World Challenger Series sides Belgium and Poland and fellow British side – Hammerheads. Pool stage fixtures will take place on Friday and Saturday, prior to Knockout matches on Sunday.

 

The Lionesses will be led by returning coach – Paul Tietjens, whilst Dale Wilmslow will debut as Team Manager. Further management team members will be announced shortly.

 

Speaking on the fixture announcements, CEO & Founder of EggChaser, and the Lionesses – Arun Watkins had this to say “We are humbled and honoured to be able to compete against some truly fantastic teams in just under a month’s time. It’ll be a great test for ourselves as we compete in the middle east for the first time. We look forward to bringing the brand and the squad to a new destination as we look to grow all thing sevens!”

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