Droasese wins Tuqiri medal
Tuva first five-eight Ilaisa Droasese won the Lote Tuqiri Medal (Best Player Award) in the Uprising Youth 7s at the 2018 Mana Whey Fijian Coral Coast 7s tournament at Lawaqa Park, Sigatoka yesterday.
The 18-year-old Togovere native was rewarded for his brilliant play during the competition.
He was the toast of the side when he scored the winning try in sudden death in the Cup final beating Wesley Fijians 10-5.
“I took the ball and did not think about anything else but to score for my team,” he said.
“I am happy to be given this award as I did not expect to come this far.
“What I have achieved today has pushed me to achieve greater things in life. I feel enlighten to be recognised in the game I love.
Droasese said he wants to achieve greater things in rugby.
Edited by Osea Bola
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