The Coastal Stallions is a former Fijian rugby union team. The Coastal Stallions is a Fijian former

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team that had a franchise area coverering

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, Namosi, Serua and

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. The team played in Fiji's premier

competition the

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from 2004 to 2008, winning the champioshup title three times before the competition ceased in 2008.

History

The franchise was one of four original teams created for the inaugural Colonial Cup in 2004. They won the first

26-21 over Suva Highlanders. They defeated 29-15

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in a tough encounter in 2006 to clinch their second title.

Club honours

winners 2004, 2006,

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Coaching team

*Coach: Joji Rinakama *Manager: Penaia Naresia *Captain: Apisai Turukawa

References

External links

Coastal Stallions
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