Richie Walker New Coach for USA 7s Women
CHULA VISTA, Calif. – Richie Walker has replaced Julie McCoy as USA Women's 7s Coach.
Walker, who has worked with the ATAVUS Academy and coached the USA U20 women at the Youth Olympics, will lead the Women's Eagles Sevens program through the Rio 2016 Olympic Summer Games, USA Rugby announced Tuesday.
Pools, Schedule for Atlanta 7s
World Rugby has announced the three pools for HSBC Atlanta 7s, the third leg of the 2015-16 HSBC World Rugby Women's Sevens Series to be held in Kennesaw, Ga., April 8-9.
4th in Brazil, and a Jolt of Confidence for USA
The USA Women’s 7s team finished Day Two of the Brazil 7s in Sao Paulo with a 1-2 record, and in those two losses, scored zero points and allowed 62.
Eagle Women 2-1 Day 1 in Brazil
The USA Women’s National 7s team is in to the Cup Quarterfinals in Sao Paulo after a 2-1 day of pool play in Brazil.
The Eagles looked out of sorts against New Zealand in their opener, getting just the one try from Jillion Potter in a 35-5 loss. In their second game, the Americans showed flashes of what they can do, but also made little errors.
Rugby On-Screen This Weekend
Plenty of rugby to watch this weekend on TV and web, as top college teams and national teams are in action.
Here's the list of action you can see. Check back for updates.
Saturday, February 20.
BYU v St. Mary’s
10am ET / 1pm PT