Toso Viti Manoah Kaleca, Suva

I actually thought our Vodafone Fijian 7s team did not perform to their maximum capacity during the Paris 7s. Losing their first game to our neighbour Samoa could have dropped their morale, but I believe that there is more going on than the eyes can see.

I saw no unity or bonding when they were playing and it looked like their fitness level was not up to par.

This could be solved if they are given more game time in local tournaments like the Marist Sevens and Nawaka 7s which could gel them well before the next series. This used to be the norm in past teams where our local 7s team would be also playing in local tournaments against very good oppositions.

Instead, they are released to play for their own individual clubs which will do no good because the more game-time these boys have together, the better their game would be. Their set plays and combinations will also improve and this will reflect on the World 7s Series.

Another factor, I believe, that could be causing this problem is money.

If I am correct, only some of the our boys are getting paid and contracted by the Fiji Rugby Union while the rest are playing for pride and honour.

This should not be the case and FRU should look into paying and contracting all of the other boys as well.

I'm not talking about sponsorship money but pay them what they are due.

These boys sacrifice a lot to be donning the white jersey so it is only fair and right to contract them for the future series.

Again, this comes down to good management on FRU's part. Toso tiko boys, we are behind you guys all the way! Go get the crown from London. Mutu vaqaqa jiko! (Be strong!)