Lami High School’s under-19 rugby team is preparing to face Ratu Navula College in the semi-finals of the Vodafone Deans competition, marking a significant moment for a school that has not been well-known in the rugby scene. Team manager Adi Lina Motea expressed pride in the team’s achievements, noting their impressive quarter-final victory against Ratu Kadavulevu School.
Motea acknowledged the challenges of building a competitive team from scratch, but she believes in the players’ capabilities and the support they have received from the school’s administration and alumni. With the team’s journey being characterized by perseverance and faith, Motea highlighted the importance of self-belief and unity in their success so far.
As the semi-final match approaches, scheduled for 11:40 AM at Bidesi Park in Suva, Motea is realistic about the challenges they will face against Ratu Navula College but maintains confidence in her players’ readiness to compete. She called for strong support from former students and fans, emphasizing the team’s mental, physical, and spiritual preparedness for the upcoming challenge.