Richard Walker is new Fijiana 7s Head Coach

The Fiji Rakavi Football Union (FRFU) has appointed Richard Walker as the new Head Coach of the Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team.

Walker has held key coaching roles with USA Rugby Women’s 7s, Japan Women’s 7s, and Auckland Storm, building a reputation for driving high-performance standards and long-term sustainability in elite rugby programs. o

His leadership as Head Coach of the Seattle Seawolves led them to a Major League Rugby Championship, demonstrating his ability to build and maintain a winning culture.

Walker also brings Olympic and World Cup experience, having coached the USA Women’s 7s team through the Rio Olympic Games and the 7s World Cup in San Francisco, where both teams exceeded expectations.

His proven track record in player development, behavior standards, and program leadership will be instrumental in shaping the future success of the Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s squad.

The FRFU says they are thrilled to welcome Walker to the Fiji Rugby family as his experience and vision aligns perfectly with their goals for the Fijiana 7s team.

They believe his leadership will not only drive performance on the field but also inspire the next generation of Fijian rugby players.

The FRU also acknowledges the contributions of interim Head Coach Timoci Volavola and looks forward to his continued work alongside Walker as the team prepares for upcoming international competitions, including the HSBC SVNS Series and the journey towards Olympic qualification.