STANDARD Concrete Tailevu Rugby Football Union president Joseph Rodan Snr has called on selectors to liaise with their coaching panel and team managers when recruiting players from the Skipper Cup.
Rodan Snr addressed his call to selectors from the Fiji Rugby Union, both in sevens and 15s, the High Performance Unit, Fijian Drua management and international rugby scouts.
According to a release from the union, the call was made as part of Tailevu Rugby’s ongoing Career Pathways Process.
This is a key pillar under the Tailevu Rugby Business Plan 2025–2030.
The plan emphasizes sustainable grassroots development and the creation of clear professional opportunities for young and emerging players within the province.
“We are committed to ensuring that the hard work and dedication of our players are recognized and rewarded.
“The Skipper Cup competition has showcased the depth of talent within Tailevu Rugby, and we want to ensure that our players have access to professional pathways both locally and internationally,” said Rodan Snr.
The president further highlighted that a significant number of Tailevu Rugby players are between the ages of 20 and 25, demonstrating exceptional skills, discipline, and consistency throughout the 2025 Skipper Cup season.
“These young men have proven themselves on the field, they are fit, fast, and possess the right attitude.
“They would be valuable assets to any club or union, whether in Fiji or overseas,” he added.
Tailevu Rugby continues to focus on developing future rugby stars through structured training, mentorship, and exposure programs aligned with the Fiji Rugby Union’s development framework and World Rugby standards.
