LIONESSES SET SIGHTS ON REBUILD AFTER NARROWLY MISSING SVNS CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFICATION
Lionesses will now shift focus to the next phase of their journey following a bittersweet conclusion to their HSBC SVNS2 campaign. Despite a commendable performance in Brazil that saw the team secure a silver medal, the Lionesses fell just short of qualifying for a Championship slot, finishing 5th overall after the three-leg series.
The result marks a moment of mixed emotions for the squad – pride in their resilience and growth throughout the series, but disappointment in narrowly missing out on progression to the next tier.
However, the cumulative standings ultimately determined qualification, and the 5th place finish means the team will not advance to the SVNS Championship level this season.
Looking ahead, the Lionesses will now turn their attention to the regional pathway, beginning with the Africa Women’s Sevens tournament, which Kenya is set to host in November. The competition will present the first step in the team’s quest for redemption and a return to the global series.
Victory in the Africa 7s will be crucial, as it will secure qualification to the SVNS3 tier. From there, the Lionesses will be required to finish among the top two teams to earn promotion back to SVNS2.
While the road back to the top tier may be demanding, the Lionesses have reaffirmed their commitment to growth, development, and excellence. With valuable lessons drawn from the SVNS2 campaign and the momentum gained from their Brazil performance, the team is poised to regroup and come back stronger.
