Queen Victoria School dominated the under-18 boys category when their team one and team two played against each other in the Eastern Zone schools rugby 7s finals yesterday, showcasing a depth of talent and fitness by both teams as QVS 1 defeated QVS 2 19-14.
Coca-Cola Games 200 metre gold medalist Senirusi Rauqe had the speed to burn out wide when he was given space and dotted a try in the first half for his team.
Fiji under 20 rep and warriors squad member Isoa Koroinawai extended their lead in the first half to take a comfortable 12-0 lead at halftime.
QVS 2 regrouped in the second half and managed to score 14 points but the dominance of their A team was too strong for them as they scored another converted try to win 19-14.
QVS Head Coach Josaia Waiwalu says the boys kept their composure and stuck to the game plan and things went their way.
Waiwalu reiterates the importance of trusting in the system in place which will be their strategy going into the Nationals next week.
In the girls' division, the Dawasamu girls maintained their winning streak and asserted their dominance in the final demolishing Muaniweni in the under-18 final 31-0.
Akisi Bola was devastating in the wing for Dawasamu as she scored the first two tries for her team and won the best player award.
Bola, who has the power and skills of a good winger, might catch the eye of the national selectors with her impressive form today.
In an interview with fijivillage News, Bola says she has a dream of representing Fiji one day and she will train hard to achieve her target.
Dawasamu Coach Akariva vuro says they are planning to win the nationals next week and it is back to the drawing board for them as they anticipate a tough fixture during the national finals.
