Osea Kolinisau
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Fiji Sevens thump Germany 42-5 in Hong Kong as Kolinisau warns of defensive lapses and calls for sharper on-field communication ahead of Great Britain clash
Fiji opened the Hong Kong Sevens with a commanding win, but head coach Osea Kolinisau warns that defensive lapses and unclear communication must be tightened as tougher tests lie ahead. The performance also highlighted Fiji’s depth with a debutant scoring his first international try.
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Kolinisau credits Nailatikau with steadying Fiji Sevens before Rio Olympic gold
An offhand breakfast chat became a turning point for Fiji’s sevens. Osea Kolinisau recalls a brief, forthright moment with a former president that steadied a team in doubt and helped set the stage for Olympic gold.
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Fiji 7s sharpen defense for Hong Kong Sevens, says Kolinisau
Defence becomes the focus as Fiji’s Hong Kong 7s mission begins. Captain Osea Kolinisau calls for a sharper, more disciplined display—tight restarts, stronger one-on-one tackles, and better energy management—after Vancouver’s lapses. With attacking flair still in the mix, the team aims to transform that fire into championship form at Kai Tak.
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Fiji 7s Aim to Honor Legacy at the 50th Hong Kong Sevens Under Kolinisau
Fiji’s sevens coach calls on the squad to honour a storied legacy as they chase glory at the 50th Hong Kong Sevens. A weekend that tests consistency and could write new chapters for future generations.
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Fiji 7s Must Win in Hong Kong to Avoid SVNS Relegation, Warns Kolinisau
Fiji’s men’s 7s head into a high-stakes Hong Kong weekend as the SVNS Championship kicks off with relegation on the line. Coach Osea Kolinisau says every match matters, rallying the squad around the special Hong Kong stage and a push toward the next stops.
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Fiji Sevens bring three Yaro Chiefs debutants to Hong Kong for the 50th Hong Kong Sevens
Fiji’s men’s sevens squad touches down in Hong Kong for the iconic 50th edition, with coach Osea Kolinisau ushering in three Yaro Chiefs debutants. As they push to build momentum and rebound from recent results, the stage is set for a telling chapter in Fiji’s Sevens journey amid a fervent home crowd.
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Fiji 7s Seek to Reclaim Hong Kong Sevens Title in 50th Anniversary Edition
Fiji’s men’s 7s team touches down in Hong Kong for a landmark 50th edition, aiming to reclaim glory and reset after a tricky stretch. Early prep, sharpened defense, and a renewed sense of purpose set the stage for a high-stakes chapter on the SVNS circuit.
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Fiji Sevens Eye Hong Kong Sevens Glory in 50th Edition at Kai Tak Stadium
Fiji’s men’s Sevens hit the reset button, sharpening mental resilience as they gear up for the 50th Hong Kong Sevens at Kai Tak. With veteran leaders guiding a hungry, youthful squad, the team hopes to turn a late-season setback into a title charge. A revamped Hong Kong format sets the stage for a high-stakes battle…
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Fiji Sevens Target Final in New York After Vancouver Bronze, Focusing on Defence and Restarts
Fiji’s Sevens are regrouping after Vancouver, with coach Osea Kolinisau targeting sharper defence and quicker restarts as they head to New York. Fresh from bronze, the squad is focused on turning analysis into momentum in their bid for a finals spot.