From growing up in a strict military household to becoming captain of the Fijiana and the McDonald's Fiji Drua Women, Bitila Tawake's shares her story in this week's special episode of fijivillage Her-Story with Temalesi Vono, opening up about the experiences that shaped her into one of Fiji's leading female rugby players.
Tawake reflects on balancing leadership with being a player, overcoming criticism in a male-dominated sport, missing family milestones in pursuit of her rugby dreams and the importance of inspiring the next generation of female athletes.
She also discusses the Drua Women's preparations for Saturday's Super Rugby Women semi-final against the Queensland Reds at Churchill Park in Lautoka, saying the team is focused on earning a place in the grand final.
Don't miss the interview with Tawake on fijivillage Her-Story with Temalesi Vono, at 7.30pm on Wednesday.
