National Cup 2012

1. THE ARMY

Our aim is to remain among the top world club sevens teams and we have the following simple mission statement:

"To keep the British Army in the public eye through world class performances on the rugby field."

In addition to this mission we want the Sevens team to become a team that can develop and nurture talent and so to feed players to the Senior XV and Academy.

2. BATH RFC

Established in 1865, Bath Rugby is one of the oldest and most prestigious rugby clubs in the World.

For the first time Bath RFC will feature in the National Cup line up, and having heard such amazing things about this event we are really looking forward to taking part.

3. WOODEN SPOON

Wooden Spoon is the charity of British and Irish Rugby and exists to improve the quality and prospect of life for children and young people who are disadvantaged physically, mentally or socially.

4. CARMARTHEN WARRIORS

A band of Welsh brothers that have evolved into an invitational sevens team that has never failed in reaching the knock out stages of a tournament.Known as much for their post match activities and their quest to live the 7's dream.

One team one dream baby ....

5. ESHER RFC

After a thoroughly enjoyable 2011 Festival Esher Rugby Club will be returning to this year's National Cup.

Esher are looking to build on last years successes which included being finalists at the Middlesex 7's at Twickenham and winning the Surrey 7's!

6. APACHE

Having made the Final of the National Cup last year where we narrowly lost to the Army side we had beaten the previous day in the group stages, Apache are keen to go one better in 2012 and look forward to what will no doubt be an amazing weekend again!

7. RUGBY LIONS

Neil Back's rampant Rugby Lions team continues to grow with the club reporting membership figures of over one hundred.

With the support of Ben Gollings, all time top scoring IRB Sevens player, Rugby Lions will be looking to stamp their mark at Bournemouth Sevens Festival 2012 in the National Cup.

8. THE MIDWIVES

Invitational team playing all over the UK and Europe and are delighted to be playing in the National Cup at Bournemouth for the first time!

Players are invited from National League, Championship and Premiership Clubs.

9. STORM 7S

We are an invitation Rugby 7s team who have won tournaments across the UK and Europe, and feature players who have played for the England 7s team and top Premiership Clubs.

Players invited to play for Storm 7 have a deep feeling for the spirit, essence and soul of the game. We celebrate all that we believe is great about rugby - flair, courage, spirt and passion. Everyone who plays, supports or works with us is committed to these values both on and off the field.

10. GLANTAF GOATS

The Glantaf Goats are a High School Old Boys team, represented by their greatest players of all time.

Players associated with the school are Jamie Roberts, Nicky Robinson and Tom Isaacs part of the Welsh World Cup winning sevens team.

11. WOLFPACK 7S

The Wolfpack 7s are an Invitational Charity side representing Help4Heroes this year.

Known as the fans favourites they do not disappoint with their aggressive rugby style, flair and try celebrations.

After last years semi-final defeat the Wolfpack are ready to step it up a gear at this years Festival.

12. LOUGHBOROUGH STUDENTS

Loughborough students will be looking to stamp their mark in the National Cup this year!

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