We are here to compete and not just to make numbers.
Those were the words of Manawatu 7's rugby coach ahead of the opening pool game of the Digicel Suva International 7's tomorrow.
Coach Paul Cladrige said they have brought in a side which they believe can do them proud in Fiji.
Cladrige adds that they hope to win the hearts of Fijian rugby fans in the 3 day tournament as the club is the home of Fijian duo Lote Raikabula and Tomasi Cama Jnr.
Manawatu is in Pool C with Papua New Guinea, Suva and Wardens.
Meanwhile, Today at 3.30pm the 16 teams taking part in the Digicel Suva International 7s will march from the Suva Flea Market to Albert Park where the Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama will officially welcome them.
The Suva International 7's will kick-off tomorrow afternoon at 4.40pm with PNG taking on the Wardens.
Manawatu 7s team here on a mission
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