Conor Mitchell signs with Aussie 7s

Queensland Country Forward, Conor Mitchell has signed for the Australian Men’s Sevens squad as they begin preparations for the 2016-2017 HSBC Sevens World Series.

"We are very pleased to welcome Conor to our squad as we begin our post Rio journey and start to look towards the upcoming 2016-2017 HSBC Sevens World Series with one eye on the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast," said Australian Men’s Sevens Coach Andy Friend.

“The World Series is crucial for us, as we look to build more depth and become a regular top four team on the world stage and we are looking forward to the challenge.”

The young Queenslander joins the national squad after an impressive season for Queensland Country in the Buildcorp NRC and with his previous experience as a wider squad member with the Aussie Sevens.