Stay focused, be humble: Tuisese
The Naitasiri rugby team are not underestimating Nadroga in today’s Skipper Cup clash at Ratu Cakobau Park in Nausori.
They are aware the Stallions are out to avenge their 9-6 loss in the fourth round of the competition. The Highlanders are currently at the second position of the point standings with 32 points followed by Nadroga with 30.
Speaking to SUNsports yesterday Naitasiri coach Ilaitia Tuisese Jnr said they would have to change their attitude when playing Nadroga.
“I have reminded the boys to stay grounded because we have been winning game after game,” he said. “We have to approach the game with a different mindset that is focused on the little things that we need to do right.
“We have to focus on the game and humble themselves to get the victory because the competition is getting tougher and we know that Nadroga also want to finish in the top four.”
Tuisese said they respect Nadroga because they are a champion side and would come out firing.
“We urge all Naitasiri supporters to come out in numbers and support the boys.”
Meanwhile, the Stallions have named a young side with Olympian Jasa Veremalua to play at lock.
The match kicks-off at 3pm.
LINE-UP Naitasiri:
1. Joeli Veitataki, 2. Seremaia Naureure, 3. Samu Tawake,
4. Esikia Macu, 5. Temo Raibevu,
6. Necani Nawaqadau, 7. Tomasi Naiduki, 8. Sireli Kaloucava (capt),
9. Jone Navuso, 10. Kini Douglas,
11. Tomasi Vula, 12. Epeli Ratabacaca, 13. Kaliova Mocetadra, 14. Seveci Nakailagi, 15. Etonia Rokotuisawa
Reserves: 16. Jone Vatukela, 17. Josua Qaduadua, 18. Imanuel Naciva, 19. Vatiliai Matakaca, 20. Anasa Qaranivalu, 21. Joe Tagivetaua Mokili, 22. Mesulame Lesavua, 23. Vuate Karawalevu.
Nadroga: 1. Timoci Sauvoli, 2. Meli Neori, 3. Setefano Samoca, 4. JasaVeremalua, 5. Josaia Cokaibusa, 6. Jone Navori, 7. Naiqama Salakibulu, 8. Eremasi Radrodro, 9. Joseva Kuruicuva, 10. Peni Kadralevu, 11. Beniamino Kalounidau, 12. Sakiusa Gavidi, 13. Lisala Hugavou, 14. Panapasa Qeruqeru, 15. Apisalome Waqatabu
Reserves: 16. Mosese Gavidi, 17. Jone Koroi, 18. Taniela Vatunicoko, 19. Samisoni Navatu, 20. Jioji Kunavula, 21. Suluo Tunuka, 22. Sireli Naoba, 23. Jone Naqaliva
Edited by Leone Cabenatabua