The quarterfinals of the West Secondary School Rugby League took place at Churchill Park yesterday, featuring exciting matches among some of the region’s leading teams. The tournament was organized into two sub-zones: Lautoka/Nadi/Nadroga/Yasawa and Ba/Tavua/Vatukoula/Ra, with the top four teams from each sub-zone making it to this competitive stage following recent matches.
The event showcased a high level of competition, with both zones demonstrating impressive skill and commitment. Match coordinator Jemesa Saqali expressed his excitement about the competitive spirit displayed by the participants, emphasizing that the West currently holds the U15 championship title at the national level. “We saw a very competitive and exciting performance from the students. The competition level has definitely improved,” Saqali noted.
In the U15 category, earlier matches reflected the intense rivalry among teams, with Sigatoka Valley achieving a commanding win over DAV with a score of 30-4. Central College secured victory against Ra High with a score of 12-0, while Sigatoka Methodist defeated Ba Methodist by 18-0. In the U17 grade, Ba Methodist showcased their strength with a 24-6 win over St. Teresa College, Sigatoka Valley triumphed against AD Patel College (Ba) with a score of 22-6, and Ba Provincial delivered an outstanding performance, overpowering Nakauvadra with a resounding 48-0 victory.
This event underscores the growing talent and passion for rugby within secondary schools in the West, indicating a bright future for the sport. With teams like Ba Methodist High School and Sigatoka Valley consistently performing well, the league sets the stage for future rugby stars to emerge. As the competition unfolds, fans can eagerly anticipate more thrilling matches and exceptional displays of athleticism.
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