Maurice Longbottom

Maurice Longbottom has lit up the World Series with his electric speed and agility for almost a decade as one of the most experienced players in the 7s squad.

Longbottom grew up with a background playing 15s, representing the Lloyd McDermott Rugby Development team, while he also played rugby league.

He is a proud Dharawal man who wants to inspire future Indigenous athletes. A carpenter by trade, Longbottom made his Olympic debut at the Tokyo Games.

Longbottom was part of the World Cup 7s tournament in 2023 and became a two-time Olympian when he was part of the Paris Games.

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FAST SEVEN WITH MAURICE LONGBOTTOM

What's your nickname?

Moz/Moza

Your favourite Rugby 7s moment?

Winning the LA title in 2022

Who is your hero or idol and why?

Johnathan Thurston - watched him as a kid

Favourite sport or sports team outside of Rugby?

South Sydney Rabbitohs

Your go-to pump up song on Game Day?

House music

Favourite place to play on the Sevens circuit?

Dubai

Which player would you not want to be stuck on a deserted island with?

James McGregor

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BY THE NUMBERS

• Tournaments: 44
• Matches: 227
• Tries: 107
• Goals: 134
• Points: 803