The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team is setting its sights on achieving consistency as they gear up to compete against Australia, the United States, and Japan at the Singapore Sevens this week. Head coach Richard Walker emphasizes that a key to success will be maintaining strong performances from the beginning to the end of each match.
Walker has pinpointed the importance of quick starts and solid finishes, noting that their opponents are adept at applying pressure throughout all 14 minutes of play. “For us, a couple of goals are to make sure that we start quick and that we also finish the game,” he remarked, highlighting the team’s need for steadfast performance across the entire match. Although the Fijiana have demonstrated proficiency during the middle portions of games, Walker is looking for them to enhance their consistency.
He expressed confidence in the team’s progress, mentioning that the players have shown significant improvement in executing their game plan effectively. “It’s something that the girls have been doing really, really well. But finishing games strongly is just as important. We want to close out matches the right way,” Walker added.
The Fijiana will face demanding challenges in the upcoming matches, as Australia, the USA, and Japan are renowned for their discipline and composure on the field. Walker insists that the Fijiana must not only match but also meet that standard to be competitive at the Singapore Sevens.
This tournament represents another significant opportunity for the Fijiana 7s to gauge their improvement against top-tier teams as they continue their World Series campaign. Their schedule in Singapore includes a match against Australia on Saturday at 3:26 PM, followed by a clash with the USA at 6:30 PM, and concluding their pool games against Japan at 9:56 PM. Fans can catch all the action live on FBC Sports, fostering optimism as the team strives to succeed on an international stage.