The TROPICAL 7s features top high school-aged players (both boys and girls) from across North America and attracts players around the world in a truly unique rugby competition. TROPICAL 7s has developed a strong reputation within national and international rugby communities to ensure a high standard of competition that aspiring high school-aged players are seeking.
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As North America's largest youth rugby festival, the TROPICAL 7s helps to facilitate the identification and recruitment of aspiring young across a variety of rugby recruiting programs e.g. national selectors, pro clubs and franchises, college/university coaches, academy directors, etc.
The TROPICAL 7s is officially recognised as part of USA Rugby's high performance pathway and is regularly attended by national selectors from USA Rugby and Rugby Canada as well as from a growing number of higher education rugby program coaches and scouts both within the US and abroad.
KEY INFORMATION FOR RECRUITERS
WHEN: 2-4 APRIL 2026 (Thurs/Fri/Sat of Easter weekend)
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Thursday 2nd April 2026:
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Team training sessions (all-day)
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Athlete Combine (PM)
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USA Rugby Talent ID Session (TBC) ​
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Friday 3rd April 2026: Tournament Day 1​
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Saturday 4th April 2026: Tournament Day 2
WHERE: Tampa Sportsplex, Florida, USA
WHO: Age Groups at the 2026 Tropical 7s:
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U18 (boys/girls)
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U16 (boys/girls)
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U14 (boys/girls)
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U12 (Coed/girls)
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University/U23 (Mens & Womens)
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Senior Mens and Womens
FREE RECRUITER BENEFITS​
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In-person access to all tournament matches, Tropical 7s Athlete Combine and team training sessions (Thursday/Friday/Saturday).
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Digital nformation pack to include:
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List of participating teams
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Player rosters by team
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List of coach contacts
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Athlete Combine results
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Tournament match schedule and field map
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Your program listed on our dedicated tournament recruiter page at www.tropical7s.com (to include program name, description, logo, contact details, website) until the end of 2026.
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Recognition as a tournament recruiter (collectively) on our social media pages during the tournament.
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Access to discounted accommodation rates at local tournament hotels.
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NOTE: Recruiters must be on-site during the tournament and will need to check-in at the Welcome Desk to receive all free recruiter benefits.
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Register as an official tournament recruiter for free HERE.
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DIRECT PROGRAM PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIES
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On-site promotion 'space' in the tournament's dedicated in the main tournament plaza. Recruiters will be provided with their own dedicated promotional area, a table, two chairs and access to power. Opportunity to either rent or use your own tent if needed.
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Your program promotional film or logo to be advertised on the tournament's livestream production - all match fields will have their own dedicated livestream.
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Q&A session on the tournament's main stage during the tournament - also live-streamed.
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Individualized social media 'shoutouts' across all Tropical 7s social media channels in the lead-up to and during the tournament itself.
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Onsite parking permit - note parking is chargeable on both tournament days. Available for pick up on Thursday 2nd April from the Tropical 7s Welcome Desk.
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Access to the tournament livestream included - accessible for up to 1 month to enable you to review player/match footage after the tournament.
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View different event promotion opportunities HERE.
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Price on Application
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Complete your recruiter sign-up HERE.
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WANT MORE? BECOME AN OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT PARTNER
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Official tournament partner status - recognized exclusively as the 'Official Recruitment Partner of the 2026 Tropical 7s' and associated tournament partner benefits.
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Includes all free recruiter benefits as listed above.
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On-site advertising, promotion and social media opportunities also available.
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Additional official tournament partner recognition benefits
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Fully customiseable package based on your needs and requirements.
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Price: $POA. Please email info@tropical7s.com for more details.
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If you wish to discuss recruitment opportunities at the 2026 Tropical 7s, please email info@tropical7s.com.​
