Taina Basiyalo 
Mosese Tawake received the Farebrother Trophy from Minister of Youth and Sports, Jese Saukuru.
Nadroga captain Mosese Tawake was overcome with emotion as his side added the INKK Farebrother Trophy to its Skipper Cup title, completing a memorable season with victory over Ra Rugby in the second challenge.
The historic occasion drew more than 12,000 spectators to the Narauyaba Sports Ground, with supporters from both provinces travelling from far and wide to witness the highly anticipated clash.
For Tawake, the victory carried a deeper meaning, as he credited God for guiding the team throughout the season and seeing them through a tough battle against a determined Ra outfit.
Tawake says the team remained grounded in faith and was grateful for the strength to see the challenge through until the final whistle.
“I’m so grateful to God. He has been leading our way throughout the season, and today we give Him all the honour and glory for this victory.”
The Nadroga skipper also paid tribute to the province’s people, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in the team’s campaign.
He acknowledged the supporters who have consistently turned up for the team, sharing food, drinks and encouragement along the way.
Tawake described the atmosphere in Ra as something special, thanking the home side and its supporters for making it a memorable weekend of rugby.
Nadroga will now hold on to the prestigious silverware for the next two weeks before putting it on the line against Tailevu in their next INKK Farebrother Trophy challenge.
