Bibby buzzing for home Sevens leg

Lancashire-born Dan Bibby has more reason than most to be excited about this weekend’s European Sevens Grand Prix Series leg in Manchester.

With four weeks of pre-season under the belt it’s a chance to remove the shackles in front of his friends and family.

Fly half Bibby, 23, scored 15 tries during the 2013-14 IRB World Series and says that this weekend provides the perfect tonic to kick-start another long campaign.

“I haven’t played up north too much over recent years, but it’s great to head back to sunny Manchester and hopefully catch up with a few familiar faces.

“We had a few weeks …