Swimmers converge for championship
Around 300 swimmers of all ages will contest at the Fiji National Age Group Championship from tomorrow at the Damodar Aquatic Centre. The swimmers will compete in 161 events over four days. Story by: Dhanjay Deo
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New coach for Samoan 7s team
The Samoan rugby sevens team will hope to repeat their Las Vegas Sevens winning performance this weekend in Scotland, where they beat New Zealand 26-19, but this time with a new coach. Tausa Faamaoni Lalomilo will handl
Blues make 3 changes
The Blues have made three changes to their side to face the Hurricanes tomorrow. Former Hurricanes player Michael Hobbs has been handed the number 10 jersey after being promoted from the bench. Blues head coach Pat Lam
Perenara ready for Weepu faceoff
TJ Perenara will do everything he can to make Piri Weepu’s life difficult tomorrow night. Perenara and Weepu will face each other when the Blues play the Hurricanes tomorrow. It is likely the two halfbacks will b
NZ aim to keep World 7s series title
New Zealand will not easily give up their World 7s series title this weekend in Scotland without a fight. Gordon Tietjens team will be aiming to make the semifinals of both remaining tournaments and hopes Fiji does
Nadroga to have depth going into Fiji FACT
Nadroga will be relying on the services of Watkins brothers and the presence of National U23 reps Luke Rawadamu and Krishneel Dutt to provide more depth to the side. Nadroga Football President Dhiren Lal said that h
Nacewa signs another season with Leinster
Fiji born Isa Nacewa has signed another season with Heineken Cup champions Leinster. Nacewa, a double Heineken Cup winner and now key part of the Irish club will remain until the end of the 2013/2014 season. The
Australia aims to win back to back titles
Australia is aiming to be the first team to win back to back titles at this weekend’s Scotland 7s. The young Wallabies defeated a much favored Samoan side 28-26 in the final of the Japan 7s last month. The
Rewa builds on new team for Fiji Fact
Rewa is building on a new team to defend their Vodafone Fiji Fact title. Former President and Media Officer Yogeshwar Singh said that Rewa is a very young side as some senior players have joined other districts this
Australia 7s out to win back to back titles
Australia is aiming to be the first team to win back to back titles at this weekends Glasgow 7s in Scotland. The young Wallabies defeated a much favored Samoan side 28-26 at the final of the Japan 7s last month.
All eyes on Fiji and NZ in Scotland 7s
All eyes will be on Fiji and New Zealand this weekend to take out the Scotland 7s title while South Africa will be trying to win a trophy for the first time this season. South Africa were victorious in the last two tour
Crusaders Fruean not ready for All Blacks jersey
Former All Blacks centre Frank Bunce said Robbie Fruean isn't ready for an All Blacks jersey yet. Bunce played 55 tests between 1992 and 1997 questioned Fruean's consistency at Super Rugby level and also believe
Suva soccer announces strong lineup for Fiji Fact
The Suva soccer team has announced a strong lineup for the Vodafone Fiji Fact. Suva last won the tournament in 1995. Some of the key players in the 22 member squad are Emori Ragata, Samuela Vula, Nathan Shivam, Simion
Fiji 7s team aim to maintain defensive record
Fiji will try to maintain their good defensive record from the past two World 7s series tournaments to boost their chances of winning the Scotland 7s this weekend. The national side is the best defensive team from t
Lautoka aim to beat Rewa at Fiji FACT
The Lautoka soccer team wants to start with a win when they take on the defending Vodafone Fiji FACT Champions Rewa on Sunday. Lautoka last won the Fiji FACT in 2002 and they know that they have to win against Rewa
Now or never for 7s team
It will be now or never for the Digicel Fiji Sevens team this weekend. The national side’s mission is still the same and they hope to achieve it in the last two tournaments. For Army officer Aisake Katonibau, he
Mortlock back for Rebels
Melbourne Rebels captain Stirling Mortlock will play his first Super Rugby match of the season later this week against former champions Bulls. Mortlock, who turns 35 next month, has not been able to play Super Rugby thi
Nadi aim to break 15 year drought
The Nadi soccer team will be looking to break a 15 year drought when they take the field in this year’s Vodafone Fiji FACT. Nadi last won the Fiji FACT in 1996 and are determined to deliver when they will take
Tailevu takes on Northland this week
The Tailevu rugby side will try and maintain their unbeaten run when they take on neighbors Northland in this weekend’s Digicel Cup match. The game starts at 3pm on Saturday. Story by: Akuila Cama
Cakau happy with team
“I still believe in this team.” That is the statement from national Sevens team captain Setefano Cakau. Cakau, who made his debut for Fiji at the Brisbane Sevens in 2003, is confident his team can deliver i