For Ravuama Tumacou, being selected for the Skipper Select team represents more than just an individual accolade; it symbolizes hope and opportunity for rugby athletes from the Northern Division. Tumacou stands out as the sole player from Macuata included in the Skipper Select squad, preparing to compete against the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua. This opportunity has significantly boosted his aspirations as he aims to elevate his rugby career.
Tumacou is eager to show how this achievement can also pave the way for younger players from the North who aspire to reach higher levels of competition. “I was excited and thankful to be given this opportunity, especially for someone from Macuata to be selected into the Skipper Select side,” he expressed.
The young forward revealed that his training over the past two weeks has been rigorous, with the squad stepping up their preparation to compete against elite Super Rugby talents. “In the last two weeks of preparation, I’ve been giving my all to be well prepared because we’re playing against big-name players like Elia Canakaivata and Kitione Salawa, players we’ve only watched on TV,” he shared.
Hailing from Nabouwalu, Bua, Tumacou described the heightened training intensity as challenging but essential, emphasizing that patience and consistency are vital during this demanding period. “Training and preparation is on another level. It gets tough at times, but I’m staying patient and preparing myself well for the challenge,” he noted.
Ultimately, Tumacou hopes that his performance not only advances his personal journey in rugby but also serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes from the North, showing them that the path to high-level opportunities is within their reach. The Skipper Select side is set to face the Swire Shipping Fijian Drua next Friday at Churchill Park in Lautoka, marking an exciting moment in Tumacou’s career and for his community.
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