Katonibau urges Fiji Rugby to support free education for ex-reps

Ex-7s star calls for support for former reps

Former Fiji 7s rugby rep Isake Katonibau has urged Government to help former players in various programmes including education and life after sports. This was part of his submission to the Ministry of Finance’s National Budget consultations and also to Fiji Rugby Union. Mr Katonibau said playing for Fiji came with pride and with a price. “Players give everything for Fiji – it’s time the nation gave something back,” he said. “We gave up a lot—edu…

Katonibau urges Fiji Rugby to support free education for ex-reps

Stonewriters Legacy Director and former Fiji 7s captain Isake Katonibau is calling on Fiji Rugby to support and fund free education for all former and current national rugby representatives. Katonibau argues that while wearing the white jersey is a source of national pride, it often comes at a significant personal cost. Players sacrifice their education, […]