Rugby

Eastern Victorians claim SLR shield

November 9, 2025 7:46 am

[Source: Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka/ Facebook]

The Queen Victoria School Eastern Old Boys defeated their Western counterparts 22-17 yesterday afternoon at Churchill Park in Lautoka to win the annual SLR Shield Rugby Challenge, a proud tradition uniting Queen Victoria School alumni across Fiji.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, who was chief guest, congratulated the Eastern side for their hard-earned win and reflected on how his days at Matavatucou shaped his discipline and perseverance.

“I encouraged the players to keep working hard, stay focused, and aim high. One day, I hope to see many of them wearing the white Fiji jersey, carrying our nation forward with pride and determination.”

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He also thanked sponsors, particularly OB Poasa Koroitamana of the Divine Fijian Group, and the QVS Old Boys network for keeping the SLR Shield tradition alive.

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