The Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team heads into the Perth Sevens with a renewed sense of optimism, despite a recent sixth-place finish in Singapore. Head coach Richard Walker expressed confidence in his players after a thorough analysis of match footage revealed that their performance on the field was more impressive than the scorelines indicated.
Walker stated, “After going back and having a look at games on film, reviewing a few things, I actually thought the girls played some really, really good rugby, which is good to see.” He pointed out that while the results may not have been favorable, the review process highlighted encouraging developments in Fijiana’s attack and overall game structure.
He acknowledged that some match outcomes did not accurately represent the team’s performance, saying, “Obviously, in a couple of games, the score didn’t go our way, so you could feel differently about how you feel with the team. But going back and having a look, man, we played some really good rugby.”
With valuable lessons learned and a boost in morale, the Fijiana team is focused on converting their positive performance into wins in Perth. As they prepare for the next leg of the World Sevens series in Australia, the squad is determined to build on their strong play.
The Perth Sevens is scheduled to begin this Saturday, and fans can catch all of Fiji’s matches live on FBC TV. The team’s unwavering spirit and determination create a hopeful outlook as they strive for success in the upcoming tournament. With their hard work and resilience, the Fijiana 7s is poised to make a significant impact.