Fiji coaches benefit from Hurricanes workshop

Fijian rugby coaches have returned home equipped with valuable knowledge after participating in a week-long attachment with the Super Rugby team, the Hurricanes, in Wellington, New Zealand. The 2026 IBP Fiji Hurricanes Immersion Workshop saw five coaches, Rupeni Nasiga, Cohan Politini, David Dakuitoga, Adi Fika Vucago, and Maraia Bulewa, gain firsthand experience observing one of Super Rugby's leading high-performance programs. During their time with the Hurricanes staff, the coaches delved into various aspects of elite rugby, including advanced training methods, comprehensive player development strategies, strategic planning, effective leadership, and athlete welfare. Naca Cawanibuka, Fiji Rugby Union General Manager High Performance, stated that the program's core objective is to elevate coaching standards within Fiji. He emphasized that this is achieved by offering coaches practical exposure to elite rugby environments. Key takeaways for the participants included insights into talent identification processes, the establishment of clear player pathways, and the implementation of long-term athlete development plans, all of which they intend to apply within Fiji Rugby. The workshop received support from World Rugby as part of its Impact Beyond Pasifika coach development program, underscoring a commitment to fostering rugby talent across the Pacific.