The pool draws for the 2024 Oceania Rugby 7s Championships have been announced, setting the stage for an exciting tournament scheduled to take place on December 7-8 in the Solomon Islands.
In the men’s division, the Fiji men’s 7s development team will compete in Pool A alongside Tuvalu and Nauru. Pool B will feature the Australian Development team facing off against Vanuatu, American Samoa, and the Japan Development team. Samoa, Cook Islands, Kiribati, and New Caledonia will compete in Pool C, while Pool D will include Tonga, the Solomon Islands, Niue, and Tahiti.
On the women’s side, the Fiji development team is grouped in Pool A with the hosts, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Pool B comprises Samoa, American Samoa, and Vanuatu, while Pool C features Tonga, the Cook Islands, and Kiribati.
This championship promises to be a vibrant showcase of rugby talent from across the Oceania region, as teams vie for a spot in the World Rugby 7s Challenger Series. It highlights the growing enthusiasm for rugby in Oceania, fostering competitive spirit and collaboration among nations.
Overall, the event represents an opportunity for emerging rugby nations to display their skills and passion, potentially setting the stage for future stars of the sport. The anticipation surrounding this tournament captures the essence of community and national pride in the region’s love for rugby.
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