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Black Ferns Sevens

About the team

The Black Ferns Sevens have dominated the Women's Sevens Series, claiming five series crowns since its inception in 2012.

In the 2014/15 series, the team secured convincing wins in Dubai, Brazil, USA and Canada, before falling to a third place finish in London and a fifth in the series closer in Amsterdam. They finished the series 12 points clear of nearest rival Canada, and with it, automatic qualification to the Olympic Games in Rio De Janiero in 2016 when sevens debuts on the world’s greatest sporting stage.

They picked up silver at the Rio Olympics and went one better at Tokyo 2020, claiming gold.

The Black Ferns Sevens have won the World Series five times – 2012/13, 2013/14, 2014/15, 2016/17 and 2018/19

The team are the current sevens World Champions after winning the title in 2013 and 2018.

Current Squad

Alena Saili
Cheyelle Robins-Reti
Dhys Faleafaga
Gayle Broughton
Jazmin Hotham
Kelly Brazier
Mahina Paul
Manaia Nuku
Michaela Blyde
Niall Williams
Portia Woodman
Risaleaana Pouri-Lane
Ruby Tui
Sarah Hirini
Shakira Baker
Shiray Kaka
Stacey Fluhler
Tenika Willison
Terina Te Tamaki
Theresa Fitzpatrick
Tyla Nathan-Wong

Black Ferns Sevens news

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New era for Black Ferns Sevens
A new era for the Black Ferns Sevens kicked off on Wednesday with new players and coaching group setting their sights on the next three years.
Sarah Hirini collects three major prizes at ASB Rugby Awards
Black Ferns Sevens captain Sarah Hirini has collected three major prizes at the 2021 ASB New Zealand Rugby Awards, including the supreme Kelvin R. Tremain Memorial Player of the Year.
Black Ferns Sevens' to begin World Series defence in Spain
New Zealand may be the women's Sevens Olympic and world champions but, when they return to the HSBC World Series, they will start ranked as 11th seeds.
Black Ferns Sevens star joins Blues' Super Rugby Aupiki squad
Superlative Sevens star Tyla Nathan-Wong has been released to join the Blues team for next year’s Super Rugby Aupiki competition.
Nominees announced for 2021 ASB Rugby Awards
New Zealand Rugby’s (NZR) top performers of 2021 will be recognised in an ASB Rugby Awards TV event, with nominees announced today.
Nominations announced for World Rugby Awards 2021
Seven New Zealand Rugby (NZR) players and coaches have been nominated for World Rugby Awards in 2021.
Women's Sevens team recognised with international award
The gold-medal winning New Zealand Women’s sevens team has collected another piece of silverware, awarded the Best Female Team at the Tokyo Olympic Games at the ANOC Awards overnight.
Sevens set for bumper year in 2022
Sevens in 2022 is set for a stellar year with the Rugby World Cup Sevens in Cape Town on September 9-11, while the Commonwealth Games are also on the cards for July 29-31 in Birmingham.
HSBC New Zealand Sevens won't happen in 2022
The HSBC New Zealand Sevens will not take place in 2022 due to ongoing COVID-19 challenges World Rugby and New Zealand Rugby (NZR) have confirmed.
NZ Rugby announce major global partnership with Altrad
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) has announced a major partnership with Altrad to become the Official Front of Jersey sponsor to the All Blacks and Black Ferns from 2022.
Change at the helm for Black Ferns Sevens
After 10 years involved in the Black Ferns Sevens programme, the gold-medal winning Olympic campaign will be the last for Co-Coach Allan Bunting who is stepping down from his role.
Michaela Blyde reveals secrets behind her personal success in Tokyo
Olympic Games gold medalist Michaela Blyde has revealed visualisation and meditation played a big part in her being ready to help the Black Ferns Sevens achieve their goal at Tokyo.
Opportunity to celebrate with Olympic Sevens teams at the Mount
Fans will get the chance to meet and celebrate with our medal-winning women’s and men’s Sevens teams in Mount Maunganui next week.

Olympics hailed as ‘seminal moment’ for women’s rugby
The New Zealand Women’s Sevens Team’s gold medal-winning performance at the Tokyo Olympic Games capped what critics have called the best women's sevens tournament in history.
New Zealand Women clinch gold in Tokyo
The New Zealand Women’s Sevens team has made history with a gold medal finish in Tokyo.
New Zealand Women through to Sevens semifinals in Tokyo
Twice victims of Tokyo's weather, the New Zealand Women’s Sevens side qualified first for the Olympic Games semifinals on Friday, only to have to wait when play was suspended after their game to see whether their next opponent will be Australia or Fiji.
New Zealand Women’s Sevens side produce huge comeback to defeat Great Britain
The New Zealand Women’s Sevens side found themselves 21-0 down against Great Britain in their second pool match at Tokyo 2020, before clawing their way back to take the victory 26-21.

Experienced Rugby Sevens teams named for Tokyo Olympic Games
Two strong, experienced sevens teams have today been announced by New Zealand Rugby and the New Zealand Olympic Committee for the Tokyo Olympic Games.
Black Ferns Sevens claim Oceania Sevens title
The Black Ferns Sevens have come out on top at the Oceania Sevens in Townsville, securing six dominant wins across the weekend.
Finals day looms large for sevens teams in Townsville
Just two matches separate our All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens players and Olympic selection with the final day of the Oceania Sevens in Townsville today.

Black Ferns Sevens Videos

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Sarah Hirini's remarkable 2021
Sarah Hirini's Black Ferns Sevens team mates reflect on their skipper's…
Black Ferns Sevens pay tribute to outgoing coach Allan Bunting
"He connects us to the Black jersey. Back to our families, back to our…
Shiray Kaka's Journey to Tokyo
From not making the team in 2016, through multiple surgeries and having to…
Top women's moments: 2020
We've complied some of the best women's rugby moments from 2020. You're welcome.
Best off-field moments: 2020
While the rugby on show in 2020 was impressive, some of the off-field moments…
ASB Rugby Awards: 2020
Join hosts Bernadine Oliver-Kerby, Joey Wheeler & Ruby Tui as they present a…
Sevens coaches face their fears for charity
All Blacks Sevens coach Clark Laidlaw and Black Ferns Sevens co-coaches Cory…
Top 10 NZ women's tries: 2020
It was no easy feat selecting the top 10 tries from the women's game in New…
Portia Woodman goes home to Northland
She's one of the country's best rugby players, in both the 15s and Sevens game…
Farah Palmer Cup: Sky Sport Highlights Week 1
Catch all the action from the opening round of the 2020 Farah Palmer Cup and…
Portia Woodman on Sky Sport's the Pod
Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens star Portia Woodman joins Jeff Wilson on the…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 15
We are just one week out from the return of rugby and the start of Investec…
The Breakdown: May 12, 2020
New Zealand Rugby chairman Brent Impey joins the show, as well as Black Ferns…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 9
It's that time of the week again. Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation is…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 8
It's time for episode eight of Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation. What has…
Investec Super Rugby Isolation Nation: Episode 7
Christian Cullen, Kendra Cocksedge and James Parsons invite you into their…
REACTION: Black Ferns Sevens win in Sydney
Hear from the Black Ferns Sevens team about what it means to have defended…
Hotham excited to be in Sydney
From supporting her team mates from the crowd in Hamilton one day, to jumping…
REACTION: Double Sevens success in Hamilton
Hear from the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens after they both took out…
REACTION: Black Ferns Sevens Day 1 Hamilton 2020
Hear from Black Ferns Sevens skipper Sarah Hirini and try scoring machine…