Unions to join Vanua Cup

THE Fiji Rugby Union Trust Board has made an exciting announcement regarding the expansion of its Rugby Vuvale.

Two new unions, Taveuni and Kadavu Rugby Unions, have been welcomed into the Fiji Rugby Provincial Competition for this year’s Vodafone Vanua Cup.

Both unions boast a shared passion for the game and possess a strong player base, which is expected to elevate the level of competition and promise an even more exhilarating and competitive season for players and fans alike.

Sale Sorovaki, Fiji Rugby’s general manager operations and development expressed his belief that the addition of the two unions will provide rugby enthusiasts with a more intense and thrilling sporting experience.

The expansion of the provincial competition is set to bring new excitement to a broader player and fan base.

Sorovaki also acknowledged the contributions made by stakeholders from both unions

in making this expansion a reality.

“Both unions have already produced competitive teams at local 7s and 15s competition that were sanctioned by Fiji Rugby, where the local rugby community have caught a glimpse of the player base available to the two island Unions,” said Sorovaki.

“Through there two Unions, it is our hope that the values of rugby are trickled down through their grassroots levels as well as fostering healthy lifestyles within their communities.” he added.

Coach Elia Mataitoga of Taveuni Rugby team expressed his gratitude to the FRU for accepting their request to participate in the Vanua competition after a 16-year absence.

He expressed eagerness for the upcoming 2024 season and emphasized the opportunity the competition presents to expose talented players from the island who may represent Fiji in the future.

The Fiji Rugby Provincial Competition will commence at the end of February with the draws to be announced soon.