Rio Olympics gold medallist and national men 7s captain Osea Kolinisau brought smiles to students and teachers of Lautoka Muslim College.

Mr Kolinisau officiated as chief guest at their Teachers, Children’s and Fiji Day celebrations yesterday.

School principal Sabra Hussein said: “We thought it was only fitting to invite the captain for the function and it would be a great gift for the students to hear from the man himself especially to mark Fiji and Children’s day.

“Mr Kolinisau spoke at length on his journey towards what he is today.”

Mr Hussein said he was an inspiration to all the students especially the ones sitting for external exams.

Mr Kolinisau shared a lot of his experiences to the students.

“Students listened to him in pindrop silence, they just listened and listened and I am sure they are all inspired by him,” Mr Hussein said.

It was a great day for the students, teachers and the captain himself.

The school had entertainments and lunch to celebrate the occasion.

Edited by Paula Tuvuki

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