Fiji 7s player Meli Derenalagi today received a gift of $500 at a morning tea which was hosted by the Fiji Naval Forces.
Commander Timoci Natuva says they hosted a morning tea to congratulate Derenalagi and to show appreciation for his duty in Hamilton and Sydney sevens tournaments.
Natuva adds the money which Derenalagi received is a collection made by all the Naval officers.
The Chief of Navy, CAPT(N) Humphrey Tawake & Navy officers hosted Ratu Meli Derenalagi to a morning tea following his return from the recent @WorldRugby7s circuit
— FMSRCC (@fmsrcc) February 5, 2019
The Republic of Fiji Navy is proud of OS Derenalagi’s performance & supports him as he continues to represent #Fiji pic.twitter.com/8gsuVGyhdC
Natuva says they are very proud that one of their own officers is shining in the sevens international field adding that it shows how much Derenalagi has pride for his own country.
Meli Derenalagi has played 20 matches for Fiji 7s, scored 7 tries with a total of 35 points.
