Christmas treats

Samoa 7s told to stay away from Christmas treats

The Manu 7s are 10th after the Dubai and Cape Town legs of the World Series, having twice been denied a place in the Cup quarter finals on points differential.

The global circuit resumes in Hamilton in little over five weeks and Sir Gordon, who is renowned for his demanding fitness sessions and strict watch on players' diets, said the players can't afford to slack off.

"Challenging times ahead of course with the New Year festivities and obviously Christmas," he said.