Brian Lima quits
Samoa rugby coach Brian Lima has quit his post after being arrested over domestic violence allegations involving his former wife. Lima has been Manu Samoa defense coach but the Samoa Observer said he has sent a lett
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Fiji 7s Coach excited for 2014
Fiji 7s Coach Ben Ryan is excited for what 2014 has in store for him and the team in the HSBC World 7s series. The Fiji 7s team marched into camp yesterday with only two weeks remaining for the Las Vegas 7s
Hard work pays off for long distance runner
The struggles and hard work of 38 year old long distance runner Bimlesh Kumar paid of this afternoon after he won a bronze medal in the 5000 metres at the Oceania Masters championship in Australia. Kumar paid $5000 from
Fiji 7s team can do well - Serevi
Sevens legend Waisale Serevi believes Fiji can do well in the remaining World 7s Series tournaments. After winning their first ever Dubai 7s title, Serevi said despite the side’s improved performance, there is a l
Internal investigation for Lautoka FA
An internal investigation is being carried out on the Lautoka Football Association. Fiji Football Association’s Vice President Tarunesh Reddy said they have received numerous complaints against Lautoka Footbal
Radradra extends with Eels
Former Fiji 7s player Semi Radradra has extended his contract with Parramatta Eels in the NRL for another two years. Radradra played seven NRL games last year scoring five tries in his debut season. Radradra was
Macilai named in Tietjen’s team
Former Red Rock player Jone Macilai who played for the Northland club showcased his talent in the New Zealand Provincial 7s last week which caught the eye of Sir Gordon Tietjens and has named him in his tournament team.
Ratini intercept a match winner
Former Fiji 7s player Alipate Ratini scored a try for his club Grenoble to help beat Toulon 22-21 in the round 16 of the Top 14 competition yesterday. Ratini who played in the left wing for Grenoble intercepted
Fiji to host Oceania Cross Country Championship
Fiji has been chosen to host the Oceania Cross Country Championship in Denarau in September this year. It will be a long distance race. Athletics Fiji Acting President Dr Ayoade Alakija has confirmed follo
Natoga scores in Ospreys win
Former Flying Fijians Aisea Natoga scored a try and help his Welsh club Ospreys defeat Scarlets 17-12 in the Pro 12 competition. Natoga scored his first try for the Ospreys, the club he joined after an impressive di
Amateur boxing tournament this month
In an effort to revive amateur boxing in the country the interim committee will host a three day tournament this month. Boxing Commission of Fiji Director Malakai Veisamasama said the Fiji Sports Commission will fund th
Kerevi excited to be playing alongside Kuridrani
Fiji born Queensland Reds player Samu Kerevi is excited to be playing alongside Chris Kuridrani this season. Kerevi and Kuridrani are expected to shine for the Reds as predicted by Coach Richard Graham. Kerevi i
Tietjens on the lookout for young players
All Blacks Sevens Coach Sir Gordon Tietjens will be looking to select four players for the All Blacks Sevens wider training group as well as keeping his eye out for rising stars in next Saturday National 7s in New Zeala
Former Under 20 goalkeeper may get a chance to feature for Ba
Former National Under 20 soccer team goalkeeper, Tevita Koroi may get the chance to become Ba soccer teams first choice goalkeeper in next weeks Pillay Garment Champion versus Champion series. Ba is going in this se
7s squad to march into camp
The national sevens rugby extended squad will march into camp next Monday. Team manager Paula Biu said the players have been following their training programme in the Christmas break. Coach Ben Ryan earlier said
More teams for Uluinakau 7s
The Uluinakau rugby sevens tournament organizers are overwhelmed with the interest shown by the local clubs. Tournament official Alifereti Kavoa said they targetted 42 teams but now they have received 50 entries.
Sivivatu likely to be replaced by Guildford
French rugby club Clermont is likely to replace the outgoing Fiji born former All Blacks star Sitiveni Sivivatu with Zac Guildford. Sivivatu will team up with Flying Fijians first five eighth Seremai Bai for Castres
Qera to leave Gloucester for Toulouse
Flying Fijians captain, Akapusi Qera will leave Gloucester rugby club to take up a contract with Top 14 side Toulouse. According to Planet rugby, the 29 year old Fiji international, who has been at the club since 20
Lautoka soccer president resigns
Lautoka soccer president, Shalendra Prasad has resigned from his position. Prasad joined Lautoka football in 2007. Prasad said he has handed his resignation due to personal reasons. Lautoka soccer asso
Kerevi unsure of future plans
Fiji born Queensland Reds player Samu Kerevi is still not sure which national team he will play for in the future. The 20 year old from Viseisei in Vuda is excited about featuring in next year's super rugby seas