The Jack Fishwick 7s (JF7s), named in honour of RFU Injured Players Foundation (IPF) member Jack Fishwick, will return for its 11th year on Saturday 26th July 2025 at Wimbledon Rugby Club promising a day of sport, fun and entertainment.
The rugby 7s tournament, which comprises four competitions including elite men’s, social men’s and two women’s divisions is run alongside a dynamic netball competition. The event brings together around 100 teams and thousands of spectators and supporters and raises vital funds for the IPF and The Wooden Spoon children’s charity.
The IPF is England Rugby’s official charity which supports players who have sustained a life-changing injury whilst playing rugby union in England. Life-changing injuries specifically include those which result in the loss or use of a limb, catastrophic spinal cord injuries or acute, severe traumatic brain injuries which result in permanent functional disability. The Wooden Spoon charity helps disadvantaged and disabled children through the power of sport.
The tournament is proud to champion the values of teamwork, resilience and giving back, and celebrates community spirit in abundance through the teams on the pitches, courts and the volunteers and workforce who bring the event to life every year.
Alongside the sport, attendees to the JF7s also enjoy a vibrant festival atmosphere delivered through the provision of delicious food stalls, outdoor bars and music, making it an incredible day for all the family. Once the sport is finished, the champions are crowned as part of a prize-giving ceremony and the event culminates in a DJ-led party.
The inaugural event was initiated to raise money for Jack after he sustained a life-changing injury playing rugby for Wimbledon in 2014. The club delivered the first event with guidance from the IPF to provide financial support and after that first event Jack requested that the money raised from future tournaments went towards helping others in need and inspiring the club to continue fundraising for rugby-related causes.
Jack commented: “There is a fantastic club committee made up of volunteers, who run the event and all credit must go to them as over the last 11 years they have turned it into a real calendar entry, which has become the biggest club event of the year.
“I was honoured to be the beneficiary for the inaugural tournament following my injury, but now the proceeds are split between two amazing causes and I’m just so pleased it has become such a special event for the club and raises significant amounts for these two amazing charities.
“I was lucky enough to get support from the IPF after I got injured and it is without doubt that they have absolutely helped me and my family get to where we are today.
“I’m just pleased we are able to give back through this event and help others in similar positions to me. I can’t wait for the event as it’s always such a brilliant day and I’m looking forward to seeing some decent rugby and netball on display and then having a great evening!”
