Warden’s captain and Fiji Airways Fijian 7s forward Tevita Daugunu has been named to captain the Fiji 7s team to the Los Angeles and Vancouver 7s.
Coach Ben Gollings says Daugunu comes in with the experience leading the side and he will be supported by the likes of Waisea Nacuqu, Jerry Tuwai and other senior players.
Gollings says he dropped former captain Waisea Nacuqu from the captaincy role so he can be given a bit of airspace and focus on his game.
Daugunu says he is ready to take up the task with the assistance of the core group of senior players.
He says he is thankful and honoured to be given the opportunity again to lead the side and he is looking forward to it especially after spending time in his rehab.
The forward pack will be assisted by the experienced hands of Josua Vakurinabili, Jeremaia Matana and Tevita Dugunu while Jerry Tuwai, Waisea Nacuqu, Manueli Maisamoa and Iowane Teba will guide the backs.
The Fiji 7s squad to the LA and Vancouver 7s are Tevita Daugunu {c}, Josese Batirerega, Jeremaia Matana, Anasa Qaranivalu, Alusio Vakadranu, Josua Vakurinabili, Jerry Tuwai, Pilipo Bukayaro, Waisea Nacuqu, Manueli Maisamoa, Ponipate Loganimasi, Rokoua Rasaku and Iowane Teba.
The notable exclusions are Vuiviawa Naduvalo, Sevuloni Mocenacagi and Alasio Naduva.
The Los Angeles 7s will be held from next Sunday to Monday the 27th of February.
