Kicking off in July 2010, J.P. Morgan Asset Management is pleased to announce that we are the official sponsors of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership 7s Series, with the support of the 12 Premiership Clubs.
A short form of rugby played throughout the world, Rugby 7s is, as the name suggests, a seven-a-side game that is played for seven minutes each way with a two minute break at half-time. By its nature the game is more fluid and open than its 15-a-side brother, requiring quick acceleration, sprint stamina, quick thinking, accurate passing and decisive tackling. This simple, fast and furious game is exciting for audiences and players alike.
In partnership with Premiership Rugby, J.P. Morgan Asset Management is creating a brand new 7s series – an annual competition that is designed to inspire new talent. The game’s recent addition to the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games means that this competition will turn the page on a new chapter in rugby.
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Rugby 7s rules
New to Rugby or Rugby 7s? It’s a fast paced, action packed game and great for a family day out. But don’t take our word for it, we have outlined all the basic rules of Rugby 7s. Rugby 7s rules »
"The Premiership Rugby 7s is a hugely exciting development for rugby in the UK. We’re delighted to be at the forefront of innovation in sport with Premiership Rugby. It’s intelligent, fast and furious - a tremendous game to watch. We intend to do all we can to open up rugby 7s to as wide an audience as possible." Roger Thompson, Head of UK, J.P. Morgan Asset Management
"The J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s Series is a fantastic opportunity for fans to come down to see some high-octane fast running rugby entertainment and experience the party atmosphere of 7s combined with the quality of Premiership Rugby talent on a Friday evening in the summer." Jon Varney, Commercial Director of Premiership Rugby
"ESPN is delighted to be deepening its association with the core of English club rugby as we prepare to broadcast Premiership Rugby next season. We are committed to the game of rugby and its fans in England and beyond. We eagerly await the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership Rugby 7s Series on ESPN." Jeroen Oerlemans, Vice-President TV Channels, ESPN EMEA
2010 Fixtures
Starting on 16 July 2010 and held on 4 consecutive Fridays, the games kick off at 7:00pm until 10:30pm. Every event will be unique, featuring 6 games with live music and entertainment ensuring each event is an exciting night out for you and your families. The games will be broadcast live and exclusively on ESPN.
Friday 16 July 2010
Twickenham Stoop, London
Group A: Harlequins, Saracens, London Irish, London Wasps
Friday 23 July 2010
Welford Road, Leicester
Group B: Leeds Carnegie, Leicester Tigers, Newcastle Falcons, Sale Sharks
Friday 30 July 2010
Franklin's Gardens, Northampton
Group C: Bath Rugby, Exeter Chiefs, Gloucester Rugby, Northampton Saints
Friday 6 August 2010
The Recreation Ground, Bath
Series Final: Featuring the winner and runner up from each pool.
For the latest information on the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Premiership 7s Series, visit
www.jpmorganpremiership7s.
com