Former PNG’s Sprint King and local and international level rugby trainer Nelson Stone is now an esteemed member of the Fiji Bulikulas coaching staff. Stone has represented PNG for over a Decade, winning 3 gold medals and 1 silver medal in the athletics division and retired in 2019. NRL Dolphins Club team coaching staff official Shane Morris was pleased to offer this rare opportunity to the PNG Rep Mr. Nelson Stone. Everything changed for Stone on Wednesday the 4th of October 2023. Mr. Stone was very humbled and stressed the excitement and seriousness of the commitment he has vowed to uphold to the FIJI Bulikula squad. “This opportunity is exciting and different simultaneously; I will carry out my duties fully in preparing the team and am eager to learn more along the way.” Stone is currently training the Bulikulas squad to be relentless and is confident of the outgoing results. Mr. Stone will focus his energy on preparing the Fiji squad in strength and conditioning sessions. “Working with this international coaching staff has really broadened my perspective in coaching and helped identify significant concepts to add to my knowledge.” Fiji Bulikulas will go head-to-head with the Fetu Samoa on Sunday 15th October. “I would like to encourage committed goal driven individuals whether you are a sportsman or not, have integrity in what you do and keep moving forward towards your goals.” “Never ever stop trying and always believe in yourself with your heart and mind, that’s when doors will start to open for you.”