The Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League (FSSRL) competitions commence today with matches taking place in both the eastern and western zones. This year’s tournament is set to be exceptionally competitive with over 100 teams set to participate, as noted by FSSRL president Naisa Toko.
Toko expressed optimism for an exciting season, stating, “Hopefully we will start this week, for both western and south-eastern. In the South-East at the St Marcelin Grounds, and for the western, there are about three grounds: they will organize their games at Natabua, Garvey Park in Tavua, and in Sigatoka.”
The eastern zone matches will be hosted at the Saint Marcelin Primary School in Suva, while the western division will take place across notable venues, including Natabua High School in Lautoka and Lawaqa Park in Sigatoka. Toko also encouraged fans and supporters to attend in large numbers to cheer on their teams, fostering community spirit within the sport.
This event echoes the recent enthusiasm seen in other Fijian school sports, such as the Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Basketball Championships, which recently kicked off in Lautoka and witnessed significant participation from schools. The excitement surrounding these events signifies a thriving environment for youth athletics in Fiji.
With the rugby league’s promise of hard-fought games and spirited competition, fans can look forward to a thrilling season. The growing participation across sports emphasizes the importance of youth engagement in athletics, contributing positively to community bonding and the development of young talent.
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