Katea Ravouvou’s impressive performance, featuring two tries, led Natabua High School to a 20-15 victory over Adi Cakobau School in an exciting Under-18 Raluve Trophy final.
Natabua got off to a strong start with a try from center Ruth Tuitabou, but failed to convert, leaving the score at 5-0. Adi Cakobau School quickly equalized with a try from halfback Noelani Baselala, making it 5-5.
As the first half neared its conclusion, Natabua’s winger, Katea Ravouvou, added another try, giving her team a 10-5 lead at halftime.
Following the break, Ravouvou continued her scoring streak with a second try, although the conversion attempt was again unsuccessful. The lead extended further to 20-5 when Laisani Gudrunalawalawa scored for Natabua.
In response, Adi Cakobau School rallied with tries from Roiva Kalouniuca and Imeri Nasali, bringing the score closer at 20-15. Despite their late surge, ACS couldn’t secure a win, and Natabua emerged as the champions.