Swire Shipping Fijian Drua’s head coach Glen Jackson conveyed his disappointment after his team was unable to secure a vital win against the Blues, suffering a heavy 34-5 defeat at HFC Bank Stadium in Suva. This loss comes at a time when the Drua were driven by strong emotional motivations, including honoring the late rugby star Josaia Raisuqe and celebrating the upcoming Mother’s Day. Unfortunately, they could not match the strength and focus of the defending champions.
Jackson acknowledged the challenges facing his team in the competitive realm of rugby, stating, “Again, we’re doing everything in our power to try and win. It’s a tough competition, but I believe in a year or two, with the right people in the building, we’re going to be a quality team.” With aspirations of a top-six finish now dashed, the Drua are determined to end the season on a positive note, aiming to build momentum in their last two matches.
They are set to face the Western Force in Lautoka this weekend, followed by a clash against the Queensland Reds at the end of the month. Jackson remains hopeful that despite the setbacks, the team can regroup and leverage their upcoming games to showcase their potential.
This situation echoes past challenges the Drua have faced in securing victories despite showing promise in earlier matches. Identifying issues of execution and missed opportunities has been a recurring theme. In a previous match against Moana Pasifika, Jackson reflected on the gap between creating chances and converting them into points, which remains a critical challenge.
The steadfast support from the Drua’s fan base continues to offer encouragement as the players seek to refine their skills and enhance teamwork. The potential for improvement is there; if the Drua can learn from their experiences, there is a bright path ahead as they look to reclaim their competitive edge in the Super Rugby Pacific.
As they embark on this critical juncture of the season, there remains the hope that with hard work and focus, they can rise to the challenge and end the season positively.
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