Oxfordshire-based Bootleggers finished runners-up in the Stockholm Tens tournament – the largest event of its kind in Europe.
The student side, who were founded by referee Anthony Swift, from Abingdon, and his son Ed, were coached in Sweden by Oxford University director of rugby Steve Hill.
Sixteen teams have entered the Abingdon Sevens, which takes place on Sunday.
The first matches kick off at Abingdon RFC, Lambrick Way at 12noon.
Henley Hawks start their pre-season campaign with a training match against Ampthill at Dry Leas on Saturday (3).
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