The Vodafone Deans Southern Zone finals are expected to be an exciting culmination of a month-long competition filled with intense rivalry. The finale, which will take place this Saturday at the Vodafone Triangle in Suva, is set to bring together a large crowd, as noted by Rusiate Wadali, president of the Southern Zone Secondary Schools Rugby Union.
This year’s competition has been remarkable, engaging nearly 30 schools and featuring 78 teams with a participation of approximately 3,000 players across various age grades from under-14 to under-19. Highlights from the semi-finals included unexpected outcomes, with traditional giants such as Suva Grammar School and Marist Brothers High School being eliminated, making way for newer teams like Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School and Nasinu Secondary School.
Wadali emphasized the importance of community support at this high-stakes event, encouraging families and supporters to attend and cheer for their teams. For those wishing to watch the matches live, tickets are available for pre-sale at $10 through Ticketmate, with gate prices escalating to $15 on the day of the event.
The match fixtures for the finals include:
– U14: Suva Grammar School vs. Dudley Intermediate School
– U15: Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School vs. Suva Grammar School
– U16: Suva Grammar School vs. Marist Brothers High School
– U17: Marist Brothers High School vs. Suva Grammar School
– U19: Nasinu Secondary School vs. Rt Simione Matanitobua College
– U18: Marist Brothers High School vs. Suva Grammar School
As the event approaches, the excitement builds, promising not just thrilling matches but also a celebration of young talent and the spirit of rugby within the educational institutions involved. These finals present an excellent opportunity for emerging players to showcase their skills on a larger stage and perhaps carve out a future in the sport.
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