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Watts hails Fijiana Drua’s effort

Australian High Commissioner to Fiji Stuart Watts, said the Rooster Chicken Fijiana Drua’s back-to-back win at the Buildcorp Super W title last week will be one remembered for the ages.

“Fijiana Drua side proves everyone wrong, Australia and Fiji they share so much in common, our geography, our love of the sport, and rugby it brings people together, from all corners of the world,” said Watts.

Members of the Fijiana Drua side visited the Australian High Commission residence in Suva yesterday where they were addressed by Watts.

“Australia is very proud to stand with the Fijiana Drua and women in sport in Fiji, Fiji’s participation in the Super W tittle, have inspired other existing teams,” said Watts.

The performance of the Fijiana Drua side has captured the hearts of rugby fans across Fiji and Australia, their achievements will inspire the next generation of girls, boys, and men, dream of becoming future champions of the sport.

“For their success, the last seasons women’s and girl’s teams, they now have over 80 teams in the secondary school competition, and over 20 in the senior women’s team, all coming from the inspiration of the Fijiana Drua side,” Watts added.

Through the Pacific Sports Programme they look forward in continuing their support, next season as well, congratulations to the Fijian Drua side, time to celebrate with family and friends, and best of luck on the other games.

The Fijiana Drua beat the Reds 38-30 to win it’s second Super Rugby W.