Bermuda is set to reaffirm its status as a premier global rugby destination next week as the Bermuda International 7s celebrates its landmark 10th anniversary at the National Sports Centre.
Running from March 20th–21st, 2026, the tournament has evolved from its 2016 debut into a marquee fixture for elite high school and collegiate programs. This year’s edition promises to be the largest to date, with a surge of entries from the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom descending on the island's North Field.
Since its inception, the Bermuda 7s has served as a vital bridge between grassroots rugby and international representation. The 2026 tournament will feature a comprehensive lineup of competition, including:
U23 Collegiate Division: Featuring top-tier university programs looking for early-season momentum.
High School Division: Showcasing the next generation of domestic and international stars.
Open Brackets: Covering Boys, Girls, Men’s, and Women’s categories.
The event's reputation for high-level rugby is matched only by its festival-like atmosphere. With pool matches held under the floodlights on Friday and championship finals on Saturday afternoon, the National Sports Centre is expected to draw a significant crowd of both local fans and visiting supporters.
For the touring teams, the appeal extends beyond the pitch. The tournament remains one of the few global events where high-performance training facilities are within walking distance of elite accommodation.
Visiting athletes will once again be hosted at the historic Warwick Camp, located directly across from the island’s iconic south shore pink sands. This unique setup allows teams to transition from world-class recovery sessions on the beach to high-intensity training in a matter of minutes—a formula that organizers believe is key to the tournament's 10-year longevity.
Beyond the international flair, the tournament continues to provide invaluable exposure for Bermuda’s national sevens program. Local coaches, including the likes of Lucas Nyamoto, view the weekend as a critical scouting ground for the senior national squads as they prepare for regional qualifying cycles.
With the 10th-anniversary celebrations in full swing, the 2026 Bermuda International 7s is poised to be more than just a competition—it is a celebration of a decade of rugby growth in the heart of the Atlantic.
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