Fiji Airways Fiji 7s players Waisea Nacuqu and Sevuloni Mocenacagi have voiced their enthusiasm over the reappointment of Osea Kolinisau as head coach of the Fiji 7s team. Kolinisau will lead the team for the next four years.
In a recent interview, the pair shared their excitement about the upcoming season and their aspirations for the future, including the 2026 Rugby World Cup. Both players noted Kolinisau’s leadership skills and profound understanding of the game as significant assets.
Having previously played alongside him, Nacuqu and Mocenacagi expressed confidence that Kolinisau’s experience will positively influence the team as they gear up for a challenging season. Nacuqu remarked, “We are happy that Kolinisau is staying; he is a good coach, and we know him well since we have played together.”
As the 2024/2025 Sevens Series approaches, starting with the Dubai and Cape Town legs later this year, the duo acknowledged the importance of enhancing their fitness levels to remain competitive internationally. “Our main focus now is to improve our fitness and prepare well for the next 2024/2025 series starting with Dubai and Cape Town,” they stated.
Looking beyond the immediate horizon, Nacuqu and Mocenacagi are also targeting a spot on the squad for the 2026 Rugby World Cup, emphasizing the dedication and hard work required to achieve this goal. “We are aiming for the 2026 RWC spot, and we know it comes with a lot of dedication and hard work.”