The draws for the McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast 7s Youth Division have been officially announced, setting the stage for an exciting showcase of youth rugby next month along the picturesque Coral Coast. This year’s competition will feature 16 premier teams hailing from Fiji, Australia, and Japan, making it a prime opportunity for emerging talents to compete against elite domestic and international sides.
Renowned for its high-paced and physical gameplay, the Youth Division remains a crucial feeder for future provincial and national players. The competition will introduce a mix of established youth programs, schoolboy stars, and up-and-coming grassroots teams, promising high-intensity matches that will keep spectators on the edge of their seats.
The official pool draw has grouped the teams into four competitive brackets. Pool YA includes Southland Broncos, Sydney Bula, Taveuni Grassroots Fiji, and JVJQ Brothers, while Pool YB will see matchups between Dominion Brothers, Sunnybank Dragons, Aqua Pro Savuiqali, and Tubarua. In Pool YC, the participants will be U18 Japan SDS, Village Boys U20s, TEMC Birdland Brothers, and Shogun Fiji Highlanders. Lastly, Pool YD features Serevi Select Youth 7s, Bilo Bar Aflame Brothers, DAG QVSOB, and St Theresa Nukubalavu Savusavu.
BRED Bank CEO Pierre Tastet emphasized the significance of the Youth Division in athletic development, stating, “The Youth Division is about creating opportunity, building confidence, and giving young players the chance to test themselves on a major stage. Rugby shapes character and leadership, and we are proud to support a competition that invests in the future of our youth and our communities.”
Tournament founding chairman Jay Whyte echoed this sentiment, highlighting the division’s role in fostering emerging talent across the Pacific. He noted, “With strong international representation and some of Fiji’s most exciting young talent on display, the BRED Bank Youth Division will once again deliver fast, fearless, and entertaining rugby. This is where tomorrow’s stars are forged.”
Scheduled to run from the 15th to the 17th of next month, the Coral Coast 7s will also feature men’s and women’s competitions, providing a comprehensive platform for showcasing rugby’s future. Fans can expect to catch the thrilling action live on FBC Sports, further enhancing the excitement of this enriching sporting event.
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