USA 7s coach Mike Friday has included serial try-scorers Perry Baker and Carlin Isles in his team for the Dubai 7s.
They have scored 371 tries between them for the US.
The #DontCrackUnderPressure focus for the #NZSevens is @CarlinIsles and his sevens tries across the tournament @TAGHeuer pic.twitter.com/TAP49Wcd8o
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 28, 2019
Friday has also included players such as Danny Barrett, Madison Hughes, Stephen Tomasin, Matai Leuta, and Kevon Williams.
Friday says preseason as always is a healthy balance between trying to evolve and get better on and off the pitch and ensuring they are ready to cope with the long season ahead.
THIS. Is how rugby sevens should be played. Different level of skill from Fiji. #DHLRugby pic.twitter.com/mZCp2EFKO8
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) January 27, 2019
He adds they realize they are far from the finished article and know they have much more work to do to ensure they are able to compete in what will be an even more competitive season for all.
We're a week away from the start of the #Dubai7s. Get set for fast paced and unpredictable Rugby.
— World Rugby Sevens (@WorldRugby7s) November 28, 2019
Relive last year's tournament with this 60 second round up #Rugby7s pic.twitter.com/ubIHWO6EVr
The USA is pooled with Australia, Scotland, and Ireland.
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