Houston Strikers sign Fiji 7s captain Osea Kolinisau

The Houston Strikers in the US has signed Vodafone Fiji 7s captain Osea Kolinisau.

Strikers head coach Justin Fitzpatrick says Kolinisau is a player with a bucket load of individual ability which is well documented for those familiar with the World Sevens Series.

Fitzpatrick adds that Kolinisau has a wealth of experience of leading and performing at the highest levels which will add great value to the Strikers.

@HoustonStrikers are pleased to announce the signing of @fijirugby 7s Olympic Gold Medal winning captain @oseakolinisau #thefutureisbright pic.twitter.com/GPhrH8RR2a

— Strikers Rugby (@HoustonStrikers) July 25, 2017

He thanked his former Ulster team mate Joe Veitayaki for the introducing him to Coach Ben Ryan and helping with the flow of their conversation about Kolinisau.

Kolinisau says he is thankful to the Lord and the Strikers management for the exciting opportunity to be a part of the Houston Strikers Rugby family and is looking forward to the new challenge.

National 7s coach Gareth Baber cannot be reach for a comment if Kolinisau will still be available for national duties in the future.