Fiji Rugby Announces Richard Walker as New Fiji Airways Fijiana 7’s Head Coach

The Fiji Rakavi Football Union (FRFU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Walker as the new Head Coach of the Fiji Airways Fijiana 7s team.

Mr Walker, an experienced coach with over 15 years of success across various levels of the game, brings a wealth of international expertise and a strategic vision to the program.

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

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.

We are thrilled to welcome Richard Walker to the Fiji Rugby family. His experience and vision align perfectly with our goals for the Fijiana 7s team. We believe his leadership will not only drive performance on the field but also inspire the next generation of Fijian rugby players. This is an exciting time for women’s rugby in Fiji, and we look forward to seeing the team grow under his guidance.”

Richard is a coach that has been immersed in women’s 7s since its inclusion in the Olympics. He has led national programs and understands the demands and skills required to succeed at the highest level.”

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.

Welcome to the Vuvale, Coach Walker !

ENDS