Simon Kennewell

A series of powerful performances at the high-class event in Apia in September 2015 persuaded the national Sevens program to offer him a permanent contract while still at school.

Kennewell has gone on to earn a further 23 World Series caps, accumulating 43 tries and selection in two HSBC Dream Team.

Kennewell has been a main figure in the nation's sevens setup since cementing his spot in the team.

Whilst in the sevens program, Kennewell was also selected in the Australian U-20s team to compete at the U-20s World Cup in both 2016 and 2017 where he featured predominantly as a centre or wing.

Born and bred in Sydney, Australia, Kennewell also has English heritage and eligibility.

Simon making a line break at the HSBC London 7s in 2017