The Nakavika Youth 7s tournament in Namosi is set to debut, featuring 32 teams over three days from Wednesday to Friday. Tournament secretary Merewai Serukeitoga expressed her excitement about hosting this event for the first time, highlighting the opportunity it provides for youth players to showcase their skills.
“This is the first competition in Namosi, and we are thrilled to have this tournament,” Serukeitoga stated. “It is primarily aimed at bringing youths together to play rugby and giving them a chance to gain recognition in the sport.”
The tournament will also include teams from Serua and a few from Suva, promising thrilling rugby action. Additionally, four women’s teams and six mixed volleyball teams will participate, enhancing the event’s excitement. Food stalls will be set up at the venue, inviting attendees to come and support their favorite teams.
Match fixtures have been organized into eight pools. Pool A includes Liganibai Saliadrau, St Michael Navunikabi, St Gabriel Nakavika, and Nakorowai Brothers. Pool B consists of Nasamama Brothers, Muana Exile, St Gabriel, and Seniniu. Pool C features Seniniu One, Veinuqa Babas, and Bula Brothers. Pool D includes Seniqumu, Seniwaulo Wainiyavu, Untouch Fiji, and Cakaunivalu. In Pool E are Veivatuloa, Veinuqa Babas, Matababani, and St Paul Navunikabi. Pool F has Seniqumu, Nasamama Brothers, St Gabriel, and Nuku. Pool G comprises Seniboro, Wailevu Brothers, Bula Brothers, and Nakavu. Lastly, Pool H includes Senibua two, Vakacegu Brothers, Seniwaqiri, and Untouch Wainadoi.