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Tuwai’s experience a major boost for Fiji 7s - Kolinisau

Tuwai’s experience a major boost for Fiji 7s - Kolinisau

By Alipate Narawa
06/05/2026
Fiji Airways Men's National 7s Coach Osea Kolinisau says he is happy and thankful that Jerry Tuwai has been added to his team as Assistant Coach, and his experience will be a major boost for the team.

Kolinisau highlighted this to fijivillage Sports after their training session at Albert Park this afternoon, saying having someone of Tuwai's calibre and experience really adds a lot of value to the team as a whole.


He says Tuwai will be looking after the team's attack, especially their halfbacks.

Insert: Players respect Jerry May 5


Kolinisau says he is happy to work again and play with Tuwai, as he brings a lot of experience with him.

Meanwhile, the two time Olympic gold medallist says he feels blessed and thanks God for the opportunity, thanking Fiji Rugby and Kolinisau for allowing him to be able to come in as a coach.

He says that the only thing different now is his approach to the players.

Insert: Jerry on boundaries May 5


The two coaches are preparing the team for the World Championship Valladolid 7s in Spain that will be held from the 29th to 31st of this month

The Fiji 7s team is currently ranked 5th on the standings with 12 points.
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