Lilian Amazons showcased an impressive performance in the women’s division of the Fiji Bitter Labasa 7s, concluding the first day of the competition without a loss. The team kicked off their campaign with a challenging 17-12 victory against Seahawks and managed to secure a narrow 12-10 win over Ezers Women in their second pool match, maintaining their unbeaten status.
Team captain Laisa Seru emphasized the tournament’s role in player development, noting that many team members aged 16 and 17 were participating in their first significant sevens event. She expressed the team’s commitment to providing these young athletes with a platform to showcase their talents and gain invaluable experience. The Amazons are eager for a competitive tournament as they look to support the growth of rising stars in women’s rugby.
The opening round of matches included unexpected results, with Loloma Heights Women from Savusavu pulling off an upset by defeating Ezers Women 5-0. Tagimoucia Ranadi also made their presence felt, marking themselves as favorites with one win and one draw. Similarly, Kasabias Sinukalala stayed competitive with the same outcomes.
In the results from the first round, Loloma Heights triumphed over Ezers Women 5-0, while Lilian Amazons defeated Seahawks 17-12. Tagimoucia Ranadi ended in a 5-5 draw against Kasabias Sinukalala, and Kadavu Stallion decisively outperformed Vuna Sisters with a 24-0 victory. Round two saw Lilian Amazons edge past Ezers Women 12-10, Seahawks rebounding with a 15-5 win over Loloma Heights, Tagimoucia Ranadi defeating Kadavu Stallion 10-0, and Kasabias Sinukalala overwhelming Vuna Sisters with a 29-0 win.
The women’s teams are set to play their final pool matches today, adding excitement to the already high-caliber competition unfolding in Labasa.