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Black Ferns Sevens

SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
28
WON
26
DRAWN
0
LOST
2
POINTS
783
TRIES
125
CONV
79
PEN
0
SEASON STATS
UPDATED
GAMES
28
WON
26
DRAWN
0
LOST
2
POINTS
783
TRIES
125
CONV
79
PEN
0

About the team

The New Zealand Women's 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.

The New Zealand Women's 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.

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
Dhys Faleafaga
Gayle Broughton
Jazmin Hotham
Kayla Ahki
Kelly Brazier
Mahina Paul
Michaela Blyde
Montessa Tairakena
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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Portia Woodman on injury, Farah Palmer Cup and her Olympic motivation
In a perfect world, Portia Woodman would be back playing for her beloved Black Ferns Sevens side right now.

Run Risi, Run
While many are testing their skills in the kitchen during our nationwide lockdown, Black Ferns Sevens playmaker Risi Pouri-Lane has put her mental skills to the test with a series of gruelling running challenges.
The Week that Was … Black Ferns ANZAC weekend & return to Level 3
A return to Level 3 means we are hopefully getting closer to rugby being played again. Our Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens players have still been working hard at home in their bubbles, and ensuring they stay safe. The country also had another long weekend in lockdown, so we see what some of our wāhine toa got up to over ANZAC weekend as well.

Headfirst athletes talk about wellbeing in lockdown
Nehe Milner-Skudder, Ruby Tui and Du’Plessis Kirifi are encouraging New Zealanders to prioritise their mental fitness during the country’s lockdown by creating a plan and sticking to it.
#RugbySaysThankYou
The rugby community in New Zealand has come together to send their heartfelt gratitude and praise to all those working and volunteering on the frontline during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Niall Williams’ remarkable pathway into Sevens
Black Ferns Sevens playmaker Niall Williams has one very special person to thank for kickstarting her sevens career.

2000 New Zealand women’s Sevens team | Where are they now?
The first official New Zealand women’s Sevens team was selected back in 2000, after unofficial sides had contested the tournament in 1997 and 1999. The New Zealand team took part in the Hong Kong Sevens, winning the final against Australia. The team was coached by Darryl Suasua.
Theresa Fitzpatrick on Aunty duties, puzzles and Tik Tok
Double World Cup winner Theresa Fitzpatrick is in lockdown with her whānau in Auckland, we caught up with her to see how the family time is going.
The Week that Was ... Black Ferns
Well we are one week into lockdown and our Black Ferns and Black Ferns Sevens players have been keeping us entertained on their social media channels. We have a look at what they've been up to.

New dates confirmed for Tokyo Olympic Games
The below statement is from the New Zealand Olympic Committee.
Black Ferns Sevens season in-review thus far
While the Black Ferns Sevens players take time to adjust to life in lockdown, let’s have a look back at what had been a record shattering season for the team so far.
New Zealand Rugby support decision to postpone Olympic Games
The New Zealand Rugby Union supports the decision made overnight by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to postpone the Olympic Games.
World Sevens Series postponed and Under 20s World Cup cancelled
World Rugby has today announced further action in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic.
Broughton defies the odds to become a qualified Personal Trainer
Proud is an understatement for Black Ferns Sevens playmaker Gayle Broughton.

Kayla Ahki set for first stint in the black jersey since 2017
Black Ferns Sevens players are set to gain valuable game time this weekend as part of the Black Ferns Sevens Development team in an international mini-series in Mt Maunganui.
Seven questions with … Shiray Kaka
We catch up with Shiray Kaka, who has just been re-contracted with the Black Ferns Sevens.
Sevens squads confirmed in the build up to Tokyo 2020
Just five months out from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, the All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens squads have been finalised as both teams set their sights on a golden year.
Hong Kong and Singapore Sevens to be rescheduled
World Rugby, the Hong Kong Rugby Union and Sport Singapore have taken the decision to reschedule the Hong Kong and Singapore rounds of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series 2020 in response to continued health concerns relating to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
The Week That Was on social media … Sevens
It’s been a massive couple of weeks for our All Blacks Sevens and Black Ferns Sevens teams. We have a look at what they’ve been up to on social media.

Back to back for Black Ferns Sevens in Sydney
The Black Ferns Sevens have secured their second back to back tournament this season, with a 33-7 victory over Canada in the Cup final in Sydney.

Black Ferns Sevens Videos

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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
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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...
What is your favourite Christmas food?
Scorched Almonds, pavlova, sausage in bread...They're all Kiwi classics on...
ASB Rugby Awards 2019
Catch up on all the glitz and glam from New Zealand Rugby's biggest night of...
Red Bull Ignite7 | Day Four
That's a wrap! Congratulations to all those who were part of the 2019...
Red Bull Ignite7 Day Three
Day three of #redbullignite7 gave us a visit from another elite athlete. Young...
Red Bull Ignite7 Day Two
Skills, strength, power, speed and overall fitness were the main tests at Red...
Red Bull Ignite7 Day One
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Search for sevens superstars returns with Red Bull Ignite7
New Zealand Rugby’s search for sevens superstars has once again unearthed an...