Men’s 7s
Based in New York City, the Lions are a qualifier-level Men’s Sevens program and a proud part of the Village Lions RFC. Alongside competitive club-level Men’s and Women’s teams, the Sevens program serves as a testing ground for advanced strategies and a home for many of our high-performance athletes. Over the years, the Lions Sevens have become one of the fastest-rising teams in the Northeast.
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Head Coach: Eli Billips
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Coach Eli grew up in the game through Play Rugby USA, rising through the ranks to represent select sides across the country. His passion and performance led him to Life University, where he made an immediate impact on a nationally ranked roster as a freshman. After the professional path was next as he ventures with the Houston Sabercats Academy. Coach Eli shifted focus to giving back coaching youth rugby and fitness with the same energy that drove his own journey - now serving as Assistant Coach for the Village Lions Men’s XVs and Head Coach of their Men’s 7s program. Coach Eli is committed to building winners on and off the field, fueled by grit and heart.