After 12 years, the Nasinu Secondary School Under-18 rugby team has advanced beyond the quarterfinals of the Vodafone Deans Trophy. Coach Semisi Yasiyasi noted that the team last reached this stage in 2012.
This Saturday, the Southern Zone champions will compete against Cuvu College in the Deans Trophy semifinal at Suva’s HFC Bank Stadium. They secured their place in the semifinals by defeating Tailevu North College 17-13 in the quarterfinal match.
Yasiyasi credited the team’s success to their hard work and dedication. He emphasized that while the players are feeling confident, they have chosen to remain humble despite their accomplishments.
He acknowledged that Cuvu College, who recently upset Ratu Kadavulevu School with a score of 23-22, presents a formidable challenge. Yasiyasi mentioned that the team will focus on refining specific areas of their game before the semifinal.
Over the years, Nasinu Secondary School has produced several notable rugby players, including Lemeki Koroi, Setareki Tawake, former France winger Virimi Vakatawa, Sakeo Raloa, and current Wallabies winger Marika Koroibete.
Yasiyasi has reached out to former students, parents, and guardians for their support in the upcoming semifinal match.