‘Star in waiting’ among three new Australia Women’s Sevens re-signings

Australia Sevens has announced another three key re-signings ahead of the 2027 HSBC SVNS Series, with Rugby Australia’s 2025 Junior Women’s Rookie of the Year among those who have agreed to new deals with the program.

Mackenzie Davis, Bridget Clark and Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea have signed new deals with Australia Sevens ahead of the new season. Clark is chasing a second appearance at the Olympics, putting pen to paper on a two-year extension.

Clark came through the sevens program at Sydney University, later earning selection in the squad that went to the Paris Olympic Games two years ago. It was a dream rise to the Olympics for the South Sydney product, who continues to play an important role within the squad.

Lefau-Fakosilea recently donned Wallaroos gold last month, the first time in seven years the back has played international XVs. The 25-year-old debuted in rugby’s shorter format seven years ago against the Black Ferns Sevens, before being named in the squad for the Tokyo Games.

Davis is another talented member of the Australian Women’s Sevens team, having been named the Junior Women’s ROTY at Rugby Australia’s night of nights last October. The 21-year-old was named to debut for the sevens ide in 2024, scoring 16 tries in 25 appearances that season.

“Alysia made a successful return from injury this year and we saw her impact during Australia’s World Championship-winning season. She is a complete rugby player applying her trade across both formats with abrasive intent and silky skills.” Director of Women’s High Performance Tim Walsh said.

“Mackenzie is developing well and her lightning footwork, explosive speed, and fearless intent among her elite sevens attributes. A couple of seasons into her professional career, Mackenzie is ready to flourish.

“Bridget is a star in waiting. She embodies the team culture and values and possesses the power, skill, and endurance of a world-class sevens player. We are delighted to have locked her in through to the Olympics progressing her into a bigger role in 2027.”