• Wed, January 15, 2025

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Dolokoto excited to lead Drua 7s in his first local 7s competition

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua 7s captain Mesulame Dolokoto is excited and looking forward to the challenge that lies ahead of him as he leads the side a

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Decision final: SFU football program will not be returning in any capacity

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NASCAR Cup Champion comes out of retirement to represent USA at 2025 Race of Champions

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How to watch Nines Premier League: Host of former NRL stars to compete in annual rugby league 9s tournament

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U.S. House passes bill on hot-button transgender topic: Here's what to know

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Australian Open: Iga Swiatek continues streak, Emma Raducanu beats Anisimova

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Notre Dame football set to host top-50 recruit for return visit, and continues to battle against elite competition

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  • Thu, January 16, 2025

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Dolokoto excited to lead Drua 7s in his first local 7s competition

Swire Shipping Fijian Drua 7s captain Mesulame Dolokoto is excited and looking forward to the challenge that lies ahead of him as he leads the side a
The article from FijiVillage discusses the excitement of Napolioni Bolaca, also known as Dolokoto, as he prepares to lead the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua 7s team in the McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s, marking his first local 7s competition. Bolaca, who has been out of action for nearly two years due to a knee injury, is eager to return to the field and is particularly thrilled about playing in front of his home crowd. He expressed his gratitude towards the Drua management for the opportunity and highlighted the significance of the event, which not only serves as a platform for local talent but also as a stepping stone for the World Sevens Series. The tournament is set to take place at Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka, where Bolaca aims to make a strong comeback and contribute to his team's success.

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