History
The Sussex 7s Series is the first ever and only county-wide 7s competition in Sussex, promoting local talent and providing a platform for players wanting top-level or social rugby 7s, as the Series is hosted across different clubs each summer
Launched in 2024 with just 4 men's and 3 women's 7s teams, in 2025 this number grew to more than 12 men's and 5 women's teams, with an increased competition expected in 2026.
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The Series has big ambitions to grow each year with more teams, specialist coaches and referees, and with more entertainment for guests visiting each leg
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See our previous winners here, as well as some of the bands that have played at the Grand Final.
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Don't know what rugby 7s is? Learn about rugby 7s here.
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We hope you'll join us at the next Leg of the Series!
The county
Home to rulers, conquerors, revolutionaries, and modern-day innovators, Sussex has seen many great pioneers and disruptors pass through its historic lands
In this great tradition, we bring you the Sussex 7s Series
An annual competition where teams from across the county compete in a multi-event league, accumulating points each round, to be crowned the best rugby 7s team at the Grand Final
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We hope you'll join us as a spectator, player, or supporter!
Stars from Sussex
Many notable international rugby 7s players started their rugby careers in Sussex including
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Amy Wilson-Hardy (Worthing, TeamGB 7s)
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Tom Mitchell (East Grinstead, TeamGB 7s)
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Jess Breach (Pulborough, England XV & 7s)
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Tom Bowen (Lewes, England 7s)
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Katie Shillaker (Worthing, TeamGB 7s)
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...and more!
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Will you spot the next 7s star at the Sussex 7s Series?
The Sussex 7s Series
Teams battle it out during several legs of intense competition – as music, entertainment, and wonderful food, combine to create great family-friendly outdoor events
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Each host venue will welcome rugby fans and newcomers to the sport, sharing their club’s history and uniqueness – providing fun, a friendly atmosphere, and memorable experiences for the competition and its guests
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Who will win the Sussex 7s Series and emerge as heroes in 2025?
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The vision
The 7s scene in the UK has grown exponentially, with new teams and competitions added to the calendar each summer season
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However, many of these events are one-offs, expensive for players to play in, and do not provide equal opportunities for women
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This Series is the first of its kind in England: a competition dedicated within county, which provides consistency, an elite selection pathway, and a sustainable model for each host club
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Support the Series and support rugby in Sussex!