Dream Teams
| Year | Team | Refs |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | [3] [4] |
| Women's 7s Dream Team of the Year | |
|---|---|
| Date | 2024 |
| Presented by | World Rugby |
| First awarded | 2024 |
World Rugby Women's Sevens Dream Team of the Year was awarded for the first time at the World Rugby Awards which took place in Monaco on 24 November 2024. [1] [2]
| Year | Team | Refs |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | [3] [4] |
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