The Wardens Gold rugby team showcased their prowess by clinching both the men’s and women’s Cups at the Fiji Bitter Yalovata Sevens held on Thursday.
In an exhilarating men’s final at Nasau Park, Levuka, the Wardens Gold narrowly defeated the Police Blues with a score of 18-15, successfully defending their title. The women’s team also triumphed, securing victory in their division, making the tournament a memorable one for the Wardens Gold.
Team manager Etonia Taivoce expressed his pride in the teams’ performances and their commitment to their goal. “We came here to defend our title, and that’s exactly what we did. I’m proud of the hard work from both teams,” he stated.
The men’s final was tightly contested, with the Police Blues challenging the Wardens to the last minute. Nevertheless, the Wardens maintained their composure and scored the decisive points just moments before the whistle.
The Fiji Bitter Yalovata Sevens celebrated grassroots talent, drawing teams from across the nation and providing a platform for emerging players. As the series continues, there is a growing anticipation to see if the Wardens Gold can keep their winning momentum going.
The tournament also featured several other exciting matches:
– Men’s Bowl Final: Brothers Sevens 24 – 0 West Coast Drifters
– Men’s Shield Final: BLK Caucau 24 – 5 Qereqere Sevens
– Men’s Plate Final: Bularoos 0 – 3 Bayfresh Gaunavou
– Kasabias Under-21 Cup Final: Village Boys 7 – 5 TEMC Birdland Bros
– Kasabias Under-21 Bowl Final: Yalovata 7 – 15 Duiyasana
– Kasabias Under-21 Plate Finals: Radisson Naduruniu 17 – 7 Seventy by Seven Waqavuka 17 – 7
– Women’s Cup Final: Wardens 15 – 0 BLK Caucau
This victory serves as an inspiration for both the Wardens Gold team and their supporters, reflecting the potential within Fiji’s rugby community as they prepare for future challenges.
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