Shogun Rugby has named its women’s squad for the 2024 Safari 7s, with the inclusion of three standout Ugandan players.
Charlotte Mudoola, Suzan Adong, and Juliet Nandawula are the players picked. These players shone in the National 7s Series and will be part of Shogun’s first-ever women’s team to compete in the Safari 7s, having previously only fielded a men’s squad.
The team also features a strong contingent of Great Britain players, including Caitlin Lewis, Hannah Powell, Carmel Fitzgerald, Mary Nelson, Danai Mugabe, Megan Gaffney, and Paige Jones. Australia’s Tiarne Cavanagh adds international flair to the roster.
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Head coach Jonathan Hooper will be supported by assistant coach Tom Lagat. Kenya Simbas’ team manager, Jimmy Mnene, has been appointed as the manager for this squad, while Billy Ondego will serve as the team’s analyst.
Shogun will compete against other women’s teams, including the Kenya Lionesses, Kenya Cubs, Uganda Lady Cranes, and the Barbarians, in what promises to be an exciting competition at Machakos Stadium.
Shogun Women’s Squad:
- Caitlin Lewis (Great Britain)
- Hannah Powell (Great Britain)
- Carmel Fitzgerald (Great Britain)
- Mary Nelson (Great Britain)
- Danai Mugabe (Great Britain)
- Megan Gaffney (Great Britain)
- Paige Jones (Great Britain)
- Emma Hennessy (Great Britain)
- Tiarne Cavanagh (Australia)
- Charlotte Mudoola (Uganda)
- Suzan Adong (Uganda)
- Juliet Nandawula (Uganda)
Technical Bench:
- Jonathan Hooper – Head Coach
- Tom Lagat – Assistant Coach
- Jimmy Mnene – Manager
- Billy Ondego – Analyst
Shugon Ladies squad. PHOTO/Shogun/X
