10 Sep 2019

Samoa 7s player awaits sentence on assault offences

1:05 pm on 10 September 2019

Samoa rugby sevens player, Siaosi Asofolau, is awaiting sentence after pleading guilty to three charges including assault, armed with a dangerous weapon and throwing objects.

Siaosi Asofolau celebrates scoring a try during 2019 NZ Sevens in Hamilton

Siaosi Asofolau celebrates scoring a try during 2019 NZ Sevens in Hamilton Photo: Photosport

Asofolau appeared in court earlier today.

The police filed charges last month against Asofolau after a complaint was filed as a result of a dispute.

Asofolau appeared in eight of the 10 World Series Sevens tournaments this season, scoring 11 tries.