The Fijian Drua Team and the Management presented their itatau to the President Major-General (Ret’d) Jioji Konrote at the State House.
The President while receiving the team's itatau stated that it's always been a pleasant duty, great honour and privilege for him to receive sporting teams before embarking on overseas engagements.
Konrote congratulated each player for making the cut and being selected into this elite and prestigious group of professionals who will be donning the traditional white and black National Fijian Rugby Union Colours.
[image: Fijian Govt.]
The Head of State also acknowledged the official of the Fiji Rugby Union for their perseverance in getting the Drua side into the Super Rugby Pacific Competition.
He thanked them for their tireless efforts in enabling young and talented rugby players to participate in a world-class rugby competition.
The President adds that this competition would enable players to showcase their talents and improve Fiji’s world profile while also benefitting the players socially and financially.
The Fijian Drua will be based in Australia for the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific Competition Series that will kick off on the 18th of February.
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