Nemani Nadolo is Fiji's second highest try scorer of all time. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
Former Flying Fijians and Crusaders winger Nemani Nadolo has been appointed as the new development coach for the Fijian Drua.
The Fiji-based Super Rugby franchise made the announcement on Tuesday.
"The former Crusaders and Leicester Tiger star joins the Drua at a pivotal stage as the Club bolsters its development squad and team management for upcoming Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific seasons," the club said in a statement.
Nadolo, 37, has been capped 30 times by the Flying Fijians, scoring 242 points. He is Fiji's second highest try scorer of all time with 21 tries.
The club said he brings a wealth of rugby experience to the Drua set-up.
He will focus on enhancing individual player skills while working closely with the coaching team to strengthen the Drua's talent development pathway.
"It's a tremendous honour to join the Drua Vuvale as the new Development Coach," he said.
"Having been close to the team environment through my commentary work over the past few years, I've always dreamed of being part of the Drua family. To now begin my coaching journey with such a proud franchise truly means a lot.
"The Drua is more than a team - it's a symbol of pride and inspiration for our people across the islands. I'm looking forward to helping nurture young talent, instil positive habits, and strengthen the identity that makes the Drua so special."
Fijian Drua general manager rugby Baden Stephenson said Nadolo will fulfill a very important role.
"We have great confidence that Nemani will have a significant impact and can help progress our very talented Development players into Drua Super Rugby Pacific players and hopefully next generation Flying Fijians.
"Nemani is very passionate to give back and share his vast knowledge and experience."
