Australia Women's Sevens lock in Davis, Clark and Lefau-Fakaosilea ahead of 2027 SVNS Series

Australia Sevens has confirmed the re-signing of Mackenzie Davis, Bridget Clark and Alysia Lefau-Fakaosilea ahead of the 2027 HSBC SVNS Series, with all three players committing to the program on new deals.

Clark, who came through the sevens pathway at Sydney University before earning selection for the Paris Olympic Games, has put pen to paper on a two-year extension. The South Sydney product is now targeting a second Olympic appearance and continues to hold an important role within the squad.

Lefau-Fakaosilea brings considerable experience to the group. The 25-year-old debuted in the sevens format seven years ago against the Black Ferns Sevens and was named in the squad for the Tokyo Games. Last month she returned to international XVs rugby, pulling on the Wallaroos jersey for the first time in seven years.

Davis, at 21, is the youngest of the trio and arguably the most exciting prospect. Named Rugby Australia’s Junior Women’s Rookie of the Year at last October’s awards night, she debuted for the sevens side in 2024 and scored 16 tries in 25 appearances across that season.

Director of Women’s High Performance Tim Walsh spoke warmly about all three players. On Lefau-Fakaosilea, he said: “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.”

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

Walsh reserved particular praise for Clark, describing her as “a star in waiting” who “embodies the team culture and values and possesses the power, skill, and endurance of a world-class sevens player,” adding that the program is focused on progressing her into a bigger role in 2027.