Tampa, FL: The organizers of the 2026 TROPICAL 7s are thrilled to unveil the official rugby ball design for next year’s highly anticipated tournament. As elite 7s teams from across the continent gear up for the 2026 competition ( 3–4 April 2026 ), the new 2026 ball captures the tournament’s vibrant, island-inspired energy with a refreshed design that celebrates the color, culture, and spirit of the Tropics. The striking new look features bold coral and yellow island motifs

Watch the Tampa Bay Lightning  face the Montreal Canadiens  in this epic #USAvCAN duel at the Benchmark International Arena , Tampa  on Tuesday, March 31st at 7 PM . This ticket collaboration between TROPICAL 7s  and the Lightning means 2026 participating teams  and their friends & family get an exclusive discounted rate with tickets starting at just $70! Secure your tickets today (limited availability) by clicking HERE . For further information, please contact Haley at...

Universal Orlando Resort , Kissimmee Guest Services (KGS) , and TROPICAL 7s have teamed up to provide exclusive discounted ticket pricing for 2026 Tropical 7s teams  with up to 50% off the standard ticket price to experience all the excitement of Universal Orlando Resort ! Discover four incredible theme parks, world-class hotels, and endless entertainment — and now, the all-new Universal Epic Universe , where the portals have opened to an entirely new world of adventure! T

Applications are now open for referees wishing to take part in the 2026 TROPICAL 7s International Referee Programme , one of the world’s premier development opportunities for rugby sevens match officials. KEY DETAILS: When: 3–4 April 2026 (Friday & Saturday of Easter weekend) Where: Tampa SportsPlex, Tampa, Florida, USA Age Groups: Boys’ and Girls’ U18, U16, U14, U12, University/U23 (men and women), and Senior Men’s and Women’s divisions All matches at the 2026 TROPICAL 7s

TROPICAL 7s is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new U12 Girls only division for the 2026 TROPICAL 7s tournament ( 3/4 April 2026 ) in Tampa, Florida , giving our youngest female athletes their own platform to compete at North America’s largest rugby festival . The newly added U12 Girls division (born on or after 1 Sept 2013) will line up alongside the already well-established U12 Coed Division which remains part of the tournament’s division lineup, allowing boys,