The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua have strengthened their squad ahead of the coming seasons, confirming the re-signing of three key players in a show of confidence in the club’s long-term vision.

Fiji Men’s 7s head coach Osea Kolinisau says competition remains the driving force inside the national squad, as new and returning players fight for positions ahead of upcoming tournaments.

The Extra Premier League season starts this weekend when Labasa hosts Nasinu on Saturday at Subrail Park.

Mahatma Gandhi Memorial School sprinter Lydia Waqairapoa has closed an important chapter of her athletics journey after completing her final inter-house competition, now turning her full focus to the upcoming zone meet and the prestigious Coca-Cola Games.

While Swire Shipping Fijian Drua captain Temo Mayanavanua is still gutted by their opening-round loss to Moana Pasifika in the Super Rugby Pacific, he believes the defeat has highlighted key areas the side must address despite weeks of preparation.

For Swire Shipping Fijian Drua number eight Elia Canakaivata, last Saturday’s loss to Moana Pasifika in their opening clash of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season was not the most disappointing part of the match.

Extra Bula FC defender Semi Nabenu believes his growing partnership with Scott Wara at the back has strengthened the team’s defensive structure as they prepare for the third circuit of the competition.

Extra Bula FC defender Semi Nabenu believes his growing partnership with Scott Wara at the back has strengthened the team’s defensive structure as they prepare for the third circuit of the competition.

Mahatma Gandhi Memorial School’s Red House has taken an early lead in the inter-house athletics competition following an exciting day of track events.

Two overseas players, USA-based Trina Davis and New Zealand-based Ka’iulani Scott are training with the national women’s football side ahead of its friendly match with American Samoa in Ba this weekend.

Extra Bula FC defender Gabriele Matanisiga has been ruled out of this weekend’s OFC Pro League Round Three clash due to a back injury.

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua is wasting no time dwelling on their opening clash of the Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific against Moana Pasifika in Lautoka over the weekend, where they went down 40-26.