Tailevu Rugby honour players, officials and clubs

Tailevu Rugby Football Union (TRFU) honoured their players, officials and family at their annual awards night last Saturday.

A total of 20 awards were presented to its recipients which was held at Vunimono Hall, Nausori.

The awards included the fan of the year, coach of the year, best women’s player and club secretary of the year.

Tailevu captain Vunaki Waqanibau was the Skipper Cup Player of the Year and Pookie Player of the Year.

2025 Awards recipients

Fan of the Year: Laisani Balenaivalu

Kids Fan of the Year: Melaia Tuisese

Vanua Shield Coach of the Year: Saula Gavidi - Nadali Rugby Club

Medics of The Year: Verenaisi Silimaca Raradoka

Best Women’s Player of the Year: Losana Bainivalu

Vanua Shield Holder of the Year: Nadali Rugby Club

Most Table Buyer: Nakelo Rugby Club

Skipper Cup Player of the Year And Rookie Player Of The Year: Vunaki Waqanibau

Club Secretary of the Year: Jope Rokomaravu - Cautata Rugby Club

Dedicated Committee Member: Kolinio Natiti - Kasavu Rugby Club

2025 Men’s Senior Team Skipper Cup

Best Back-Line Player: Josevata Uluinaceva

Best Forwards Player: Avisa Anaqali

2025 Men’s Under 20 Team Skipper Cup

Best Forward: Alivereti Rokomasima

Best Backline: Noe Ceinaturaga

Most Disciplined Player Under 20 Captain: Paula Vuibau

Under 20 Player of the Year: William Smith Silai

Awards for Women’s Team

Best Forward: Sovaia Vusoni

2nd Best Forward: Temalesi Lutu

Best Backline: Losana Bainivalu

2nd Best Backline: Seini Gaunavou