Losing, 19-0, to the Lilian Amazon at the Wairiki sevens tournament two weeks ago motivated Tagimoucia Ranadi’s to lift their performance last Saturday.

The Nadi-based team ended their 2024 season on a high after they won the women’s division at the 31st R.C Manubhai Nataleira sevens at Ratu Cakobau Park, Nausori.

They defeated Sinukakala Amazon, 19-5, in the cup final.

Manageress Ana Rabuka acknowledged the team and management and hope they will maintain their top form going into the Coral Coast 7s next month.

“Hats off to the head coach and players, all their sacrifices have paid off,” she said.

“We won’t have a full-time break for Christmas and New year as we’ll have short time with our families then returnto training for the Coral Coast 7s tournament.

Rabuka said her players displayed excellent teamwork on the field against their opponents.

“We have to have love and unity in spirit to get the job done,” she said.

“I’d like to dedicate this win to my husband Craig Howell who is a great supporter of Tagimoucia rugby.”

Rabuka said discipline has been their trump card in their outing the last two tournaments.

“I’m just super proud of my girls and how far they have come,” she said.

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