Legends Unite: Mike Friday and Osea Kolinisau Assemble a Star-Studded Squad for the Coral Coast Sevens!

Former United States 7s coach Mike Friday has unveiled the final eight players who will complete his star-studded McDonald’s Mike Friday Select 7s team for the highly anticipated 14th edition of the McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s.

In an exciting collaboration, Friday sought assistance from none other than Osea Kolinisau, Fiji’s legendary sevens icon, and current national coach. As the 2025 McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast Sevens Ambassador, Kolinisau took on the critical task of identifying eight talented Fijian players to join the squad. These rising stars will have the opportunity to showcase their skills and impress the coaching team as they aim to secure a spot for future international tournaments, including Perth, Australia.

The players selected to join the ranks of established international stars such as Jerry Tuwai, Rosko Specman, Harry McNulty, Luke Treharne, Alexandre Odinga, and Matai Leuta are:

1. Viliame Naikausa

2. Rubeni Kabu

3. Suliano Volivoli

4. Jope Tikomailepanoni

5. Iliavi Masori

6. Sakiusa Siqila

7. Rauto Vakadranu

8. Alipate Biu

This lineup promises an electrifying blend of experience and raw talent. With Friday’s tactical expertise and Kolinisau’s mentorship, the team is set to make waves at the Coral Coast Sevens, reinforcing the legacy of Fiji as the heartbeat of sevens rugby.