Suva to Host Fiji School Rugby Finals as Student Stars Take the Spotlight

Deans and Raluve finals set to light up Suva as Colati urges respectful support for Fiji’s school rugby stars

Tomorrow’s Deans Trophy and Weet-Bix Raluve finals will light up the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva, with Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Union vice president Biu Colati reminding supporters that the players are first and foremost students.

Colati says the finals are a showcase of school spirit and talent, and the stands should reflect that atmosphere. He encouraged fans to come out in numbers, but to do so with respect and encouragement. “While we’re encouraging them to come out in numbers, we’re also encouraging them to see these talents as students. The comments that they make, let’s be aware that these are just students showcasing their talents.”

The growth of Fiji’s school rugby is evident with rising finalists like Gospel High School and Ratu Latianara, and Colati stressed that the wider community should celebrate these milestones rather than detract from them.

Details for the finals: the 2025 Weet-Bix Raluve and Vodafone Deans finals will be held at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva and will be broadcast live on FBC Sports. Overseas viewers can stream it live on Viti Plus for 69FJD.

What to watch
– The finals feature fresh finalists such as Gospel High School and Ratu Latianara and promise to showcase the depth of Fiji’s school rugby talent.
– Home supporters can expect a vibrant, respectful atmosphere that highlights student athletes and school pride.
– The event underscores Fiji’s strong school rugby pipeline, a trend supported by ongoing involvement from former players in coaching and development roles, helping to guide the next generation toward higher levels of the sport.

Commentary and context
The finals continue a long-running push to elevate Fiji’s youth rugby through centralized staging, expanded broadcast reach, and active community engagement. By framing players as students first and emphasizing positive support, the program aims to foster sportsmanship while nurturing talent for future national teams. The international interest, evidenced by overseas streaming, also speaks to the growing profile of Fiji’s school rugby on the world stage.

Summary
The Deans and Raluve finals in Suva mark a milestone in Fiji’s rugby development, showcasing young talent and reinforcing the importance of respectful, supportive crowds in strengthening the sport’s community and future pathways.