Women's Rugby 7s

Irish Women’s Rugby 7s: From Tipperary to the Stade de France, It's a Tackle Fest!

Catch all the thrilling highlights from the Irish women’s rugby 7s team as they make waves at the Olympics in Paris! 🏉🇮🇪

The excitement is palpable as the XXXIII Olympiad unfolds in Paris, showcasing a record-breaking Irish women’s rugby 7s team. After Aimee Lee Murphy Crowe, the formidable captain from Tipperary, showcased her skills in their final pool match, the team's spirit is stronger than ever. Although she narrowly missed a critical try, her leadership and tenacity on the pitch have inspired the squad to keep pushing boundaries, proving that the Irish can face any challenge head-on, even against the backdrop of such grand competition.

The opening day at the Stade de France saw an incredible 66,000 fans come out to support the Women’s Rugby Sevens, an attendance that rivalled concerts and other major sporting events. The buzz in the stadium was electric as teams from around the world battled it out. Amidst a sea of cheering fans, the Irish team faced tough opponents, including an intense match against Australia, where players like Amy Larn and Eve Higgins fought valiantly, embodying the tenacity of their home turf.

Fast forward to the quarter-finals, and Ireland's efforts paid off as they secured a place alongside rugby giants like defending champions New Zealand and Australia. This year, the competition is fiercer than ever, as teams vie for Olympic glory and the chance to etch their names in history. With Great Britain and Canada also making it to the finals, the stakes are sky-high and every pass and tackle counts!

As the tournament progresses, fans are left on the edge of their seats, fingers crossed for their team! Luckily, if you missed any action, there's no need to worry; live streams are freeing the grip of FOMO on fans around the globe! Just tune in to catch the thrilling matches featuring some of the world’s best athletes.

The Irish women’s rugby team's journey in Paris marks not just a celebration of sport but a testament to Ireland's growing presence in women's rugby. Fun Fact: Women's Rugby 7s was introduced into the Olympics for the first time at Rio 2016, and Ireland continues to push forward, firming up its reputation in the sport!

Additionally, the popularity of Rugby Sevens is soaring, especially amongst younger athletes. It's estimated that the number of girls playing the sport has increased by 71% since the inclusion of Rugby 7s in the Olympics! Who knows? Perhaps we’ll see tomorrow's stars taking to the pitch not just for Ireland but for rugby worldwide!