I was saddened and shocked to read through your sports column that the winning captain to the 1984 HK sevens, Aliposo Waqailiti, passed away in California.

Aleposo, who was one of Fiji’s great 7s players and was instrumental in spearheading the Marist 7s in 1976, will be missed by his family, friends and rugby fans.

Although Waqailiti has fallen, he has left behind a rich and memorable legacy and a lasting impact which shall motivate Fiji’s young upcoming rugby players on and off the field.

During his playing days, Aliposo was ruthless. He was a fierce fighter on the field. I remember him as a warrior in that famous HK victory where we thrashed the Kiwis 26-0.

He helped breed stars such as Serevi, Paulo Nawalu and Peni Rauluni. Being a staunch Catholic enabled him to be a good national rep and perfect role model.

To his family, Poso was a great family man and figure. His affection to his family is something we must learn to take in a positive way.

May your soul rest in peace, Poso!

On a brighter note, I commend the CEO of the Fiji Sports Council and individual organisers for the initiative in getting the Gallagher Chiefs and BNZ Crusaders super rugby match to Suva.

All this while I have supported the high and mighty Crusaders on TV and just like me, other rugby fanatics will get a chance to watch the match live at home.

What a cracker it will be and what a way to impress SANZAR that the Pacific combined deserve a place in super rugby! Please SANZAR, give us a chance!

Finally, as we build up to this weekend’s Wellington 7s, I request The Fiji Times and our sports veteran journalist Kameli Rakoko to recap through stories of our victories in Wellington to boost the morale of our 7s team and the ever dynamic fans.

By the way, thank you Ben for engaging the services of Jeremy Manning to assist in our kicking department.

Every point counts and matters and Ben is right in not leaving any stone unturned as we return to Wellington where we last won in 2010.