24 Nov 2021

Sainimili Saukuru: The woman on a mission to see locals leading the way

From Champions of the Pacific

It's no secret that Fiji is packed with sporting talent, all over the world Fijians can be found running, jumping, tackling and shooting with the best of the best. 

However, when it comes to roles off the field, particularly in the nation's more popular sports, it's overseas coaches and administrators that dominate leading roles - with formidable resumes highlighting their wealth of knowledge and experience. 

But former Fiji international, Sainimili Saukuru, wants to change all that, and is on a mission to see Fijians take up roles across the board.

Oceania Sport and Education Programme Coordinator,  Sainimili Saukuru (c), is on a mission to grow international coaches and administrators in Fiji.

Oceania Sport and Education Programme Coordinator, Sainimili Saukuru (c), is on a mission to grow international coaches and administrators in Fiji. Photo: ONOC