QUEEN Victoria School’s wins in major sporting competitions recently has reignited the school’s winning culture, with the school now setting its sights on future success both on and off the field.
The school recently accorded a vakacirisalusalu to the winning teams.
Following victories in the Coca Cola Games and by the QVS U19 team for the Vodafone Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby League competition, school principal Waliki Nasau said the achievements have brought renewed energy throughout the school community.
“It has reawakened the winning spirit which has been lost for years,” Nasau said.
“Not only in sports, but also in academics, dormitory competitions, church activities, classroom performances and general discipline.”
QVS had won the boys division of the Coca-Cola Games after a lapse of 33 years.
The school’s U19 rugby league side won the Vodafone Secondary Schools Rugby League trophy after a 28-26 win over RKS.
The two titles have boosted confidence ahead of upcoming sporting events including the Vodafone Deans Trophy competition.
“We are aiming for all grades from under 14-19,” Mr Nasau said.
“These achievements have motivated the school coaches and team management. They have shown us that nothing is going to stop us from achieving our goals if we continue to work hard.”
Mr Nasau highlighted the importance of sport in the holistic development of students, noting that success was built on long term planning and preparation.
The school began its off-season programme in August 2025, working closely with coaches, the board of governors and old scholars to establish clear goals and provide the necessary support student athletes.
“We started preparing early and trusted the process,” he said.
“We initially planned for a five-year programme, but we have already seen results in the first year.”
A key factor behind the school’s rugby league success was discipline, both on and off the field.
“If you are good in the classroom, you are going to do well in sport,” he emphasised.
“If you don’t show discipline, you’re not going to be in the team.”
He said the school benefited from a large pool of under-19 players competing for selection, creating healthy competition within the squad. The appointment of technical coaches also played a significant role in raising standards.
“We can use teachers, but technical coaches bring another level of expertise because they have the knowledge and experience.”
QVS entered the rugby league season as underdogs, with much of the attention focused on traditional power houses from the West and rivals Ratu Kadavulevu School. However, the school remained committed to its system and preparation.
After losing to RKS in the Eastern Zone final, the team reviewed its shortcomings and worked on improving key areas ahead of national final.
While celebrating the school’s recent achievements, Mr Nasau acknowledged the contribution made by the students, parents, teachers, coaches and scholars of the school.
“The celebration belongs to everyone,” he said. “If we continue to work together and support one another, there is no reason we cannot achieve success in the classroom, in sports and other areas of school life.”
The school continues the academic year by remaining focused on maintaining the standards that have delivered success.
Team coaches and school officials of Queen Victoria School pose with the trophies and a commemorative cake during the school’s vakacirisalusalu on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Picture: JOHN TABORE
Josese Murimurivalu victorious after winning the sub-junior boys 100m final at the 2026 Coca-Cola Games at the HFC Bank Stadium in Suva on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Picture: LITIA RITOVA
QVS Knights U19 captain Isikeli Bari scores against RKS Eels in the Vodafone Secondary Schools Rugby League U19 final held at the 4R Stadium, Govind Park in Ba last month. Picture: REINAL CHAND
