Education Minister Aseri Radrodro has emphasized that the Fiji Secondary School Rugby Union (FSSRU) must prioritize the safety of students before, during, and after sanctioned school events.
Radrodro made this statement following a meeting with senior executives of FSSRU and principals of two schools in the Eastern Zone yesterday.
FSSRU has assured Radrodro and the Ministry that such incidents will not happen again, pledging to take steps to ensure incident-free games.
The Union will implement constant supervision and inform schools about expected behaviors from their students and supporters, including safety measures.
To enhance oversight, Ministry of Education District and Divisional Officers will be present at all game venues to ensure the smooth functioning of the remaining games in the Deans Competition.
The principals of the two schools, both key players in Secondary Schools rugby, have reaffirmed the importance of strengthening supervision, ensuring fair play, and maintaining the safety of the students.