Tilak High School from Lautoka secured the 2024 Digicel Fiji Secondary Schools Inter District Championship title in Nadi yesterday with a 1-0 victory over Labasa Sangam College in a thrilling final that went to extra time. Harsh Naidu scored the decisive goal for Tilak from the penalty spot. Naidu also earned the Golden Boot for the tournament, having scored eight goals. Additionally, Tilak’s goalkeeper Frank Dansey was recognized with the Golden Glove for his impressive performance, achieving three clean sheets throughout the competition.
In the semifinals, Tilak dominated Vashist Muni College of Navua, winning 4-0, with Lautoka striker Sekove Luma contributing two goals and assisting in others. Meanwhile, Labasa Sangam College advanced by defeating the reigning champions Labasa College 5-4 in a penalty shootout.
In other tournament results, Labasa College claimed the U15 title by overcoming Tavua College 4-1 in penalties. Xavier College won the U17 title with a 4-1 victory over SKKMC, and Ba Sanatan edged out Xavier College 1-0 to secure the Girls Open Grade championship.