New Ireland women's coach Bemand seeking harmony over Sevens crux

'Having access to the 7s girls going into the Six Nations will be important for us going forward. I think as we get more seamless with those transitions, things will come smoother and smoother'

Ireland Women's Rugby Head Coach Scott Bemand.

New Ireland head coach Scott Bemand and joint captain Edel McMahon have underlined both the importance of a good Women's Six Nations to secure World Cup qualification - and the key role of Sevens players in achieving that.

The Irish squad, who begin their campaign on Saturday week in France, have added five players from the Sevens programme and Bemand says access to the 7s girls "will be important going forward."