Two-Venue Semi-Final Programme Confirmed for Vodafone Super Deans and Weet-Bix Raluve Competitions

The Fiji Secondary Schools Rugby Interim Committee, with the full support of the Ministry of Education and the Fiji Rugby Football Union (FRFU), has confirmed a two-venue programme for the semi-finals of the Vodafone Super Deans and Weet-Bix Raluve competitions following extensive consultation and planning.

The initiative reflects the continued growth of Fiji’s premier secondary schools’ rugby competitions and reinforces the shared commitment to providing meaningful development opportunities for young players while creating an unforgettable experience for schools, supporters and the wider rugby community.

As part of the programme, selected school semi-final matches will be played alongside the second Test match between the Vodafone Fijiana XV and South Africa’s Springbok Women, giving Fiji’s emerging rugby talent the unique opportunity to perform on one of the country’s biggest rugby stages.

Interim Committee representative Biu Colati said the programme had been designed with the long-term development of school rugby at its heart.

“Our priority has always been to provide the best possible experience for our student-athletes while continuing to strengthen the development pathway for school rugby,” Colati said.

“This programme gives our young players the rare opportunity to perform on the same stage as our national team, exposing them to the atmosphere and standards of international rugby while celebrating the very best of school rugby. It is an experience that will inspire many of these players as they continue their rugby journey.”

“We sincerely thank the Ministry of Education, the Fiji Rugby Football Union, participating schools, competition officials, sponsors, volunteers and supporters for working together to make this programme possible. Their collaboration reflects a shared commitment to growing school rugby and creating opportunities for the next generation of Fiji rugby players.”

Four secondary school’s semi-finals will feature as part of the Test match programme at Churchill Park, Lautoka.
The day will begin with the Vodafone Super Deans Under-14 semi-final between Ratu Navula College and Ratu Kadavulevu School and the U19 between Ratu Navula College and LMS and followed by the Weet-Bix Raluve Under-16 semi-final between Sigatoka Methodist College and St Vincent College.

At 1.00pm, the Vodafone Fijiana XV will take on the Springbok Women in the second Test of the series. Following a fiercely contested opening encounter, the Fijiana will be aiming to level the series and retain the Ubuntu-Bula Trophy in front of their home supporters.

The day’s final match will feature the Vodafone Super Deans Under-18 semi-final between Suva Grammar School and one of this season’s most inspiring teams, Ra High School.

Ra High School has enjoyed a remarkable campaign after entering the Northern competition as the Western Division’s fourth-ranked qualifier before emerging as the North’s top qualifier.

The team has since captured the Western Division title and now returns to the national semi-finals as the West’s representative, highlighting the depth of talent, resilience and competitive spirit that has defined this year’s competition.

Remaining Semi-Final Fixtures
The remaining Vodafone Super Deans and Weet-Bix Raluve semi-final fixtures will be played across HFC Bank Stadium, Buckhurst Ground 1 and Bides Ground.

The confirmed draw, including match venues and kick-off times, will be soon.

The Interim Committee extends its sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Education, participating schools, competition officials, sponsors, volunteers, supporters and all stakeholders for their continued partnership and commitment in delivering another exciting chapter of Fiji’s premier secondary schools rugby competitions.

Complete Semi-Final Fixtures
Vodafone Super Deans Under-14
• Ratu Navula College vs Ratu Kadavulevu School (West)
• Queen Victoria School vs MGM

Vodafone Super Deans Under-15
• Lelean Memorial School vs Marist Brothers High School
• Queen Victoria School vs Ratu Kadavulevu School

Vodafone Super Deans Under-16
• NSS vs Suva Grammar School
• Queen Victoria School vs MGM

Vodafone Super Deans Under-17
• Ba Methodist High School vs Ratu Kadavulevu School
• Queen Victoria School vs Suva Grammar School

Vodafone Super Deans Under-19
• Ratu Navula College vs Lelean Memorial School ( West)
• Ratu Kadavulevu School vs Navatu Secondary School

Weet-Bix Raluve Under-16
• Sigatoka Methodist College vs St Vincent College (West)
• Adi Cakobau School vs NSS

Weet-Bix Raluve Under-18
• Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School vs Adi Cakobau School
• Sila Central High School vs Lomary Secondary School

Vodafone Super Deans Under-18
• Suva Grammar School vs Ra High School (West)
• Lelean Memorial School vs Nasinu Secondary School