"We've also invested heavily in training our officials, even send­ing expert trainers to the districts to raise standards and avoid rule misunderstandings on the day."

He currently holds three national records in the 5000m, 10,000m and half marathon; he is ranked second all-time in Fiji in the 1500m, 3000m and 3000m steeplechase. 

My son is a secret weapon that could be utilised in the B.O.G

With just a few days to go, excite­ment and momentum are building as the team aims to set a strong tone for the season ahead.

Maqala urged the Macuata play­ers that if he can do it, then there is nothing stopping them from achieving greater things in rugby. 

There are also other require­ments like close proximity to an in­ternational hospital, international airport and hotel accommodation but the stadium is the most impor­tant criteria.