We are delighted to confirm Paul Tietjens will be returning as Lead Coach, ahead of the 2024 Emirates Dubai 7s.
Paul who led the group to a silverware double at the 2022 GRW7s, has since been coaching in New Zealand where he been leading the Bay Of Plenty Volcanix alongside his work with the All Black 7s.
On returning Paul had this to
"I’m thrilled to be back as head coach for the Dubai 7’s in 2024. It’s an exciting opportunity to continue building on the hard work and success we've achieved, particularly after our triumph at the Grenada Rugby World 7’s at the end of 2022.
I’m eager to reconnect with this talented group of players and staff, and I look forward to immersing myself in the Lions' culture once again.The challenge ahead is one I fully embrace, and I’m confident we can reach new heights at this world class tournament."
CEO & Founder of EggChaser - Arun Watkins had this to add "Paul is a top top coach, we have kept in touch since Grenada and we knew he would eventually come back into the fold - it was just a case of when. I am looking forward to him linking up with Dale in a new look operations team in the desert."