Katea Ravouvou’s impressive performance led Natabua High School to a 20-15 win against Adi Cakobau School in the exciting Raluve Trophy Under-18 final.
Natabua initially took control of the match with a try from center Ruth Tuitabou, though the conversion attempt was unsuccessful. In reply, ACS quickly leveled the score at 5-5 with a try from halfback Noelani Baselala.
As the first half neared its end, Natabua’s winger, Katea Ravouvou, scored again, giving her team a 10-5 lead at halftime.
After the break, Ravouvou added another try, but the subsequent conversion was again missed. Natabua then stretched their lead to 20-5 with a try from Laisani Gudrunalawalawa.
ACS fought back fiercely with tries from Roiva Kalouniuca and Imeri Nasali, closing the score to 20-15. Despite their tenacity, ACS could not overcome the deficit, allowing Natabua to celebrate their championship victory.