Drua Women shift focus to Brumbies challenge after first win

The McDonald’s Fijian Drua Women are shifting their focus to a challenging match against the Brumbies after securing their first Super W win of the season. They defeated the Western Force 29-24 in a spirited comeback performance at Churchill Park in Lautoka.

Coach Mike Legge acknowledged the importance of the win but stressed that the team cannot afford to relax. He highlighted the growing depth and quality across all teams in the competition, warning that any lapse in concentration could be punished by the Brumbies. "Every team in the comp now has got real good squad depth, real strength. So again, with the Brumbies, if we’re off, they’ll come to bat and they’ll hurt us," Legge stated.

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Every team in the comp now has got real good squad depth, real strength. So again, with the Brumbies, if we’re off, they’ll come to bat and they’ll hurt us.

The victory over the Force demonstrated the Drua's resilience, particularly their ability to overcome a halftime deficit. Legge emphasized the need for a thorough review to prepare for the Brumbies, who are known for their structured play and ability to exploit opponents' errors. Maintaining the intensity and accuracy shown in the second half against the Force will be critical for the Drua.

Looking ahead, the team's focus is on recovery, analysis, and physical preparation for the Brumbies clash. Legge expressed hope that the squad can build on the momentum from their breakthrough win. "We’ve got to review well after this game and start getting ready for the Brumbies. And again, we’ll hope for a real positive result next week," he said. The Drua Women aim to make a statement in the Super W season by carrying their winning form into the upcoming match, which will be hosted at 4R Govind Stadium in Ba.

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We’ve got to review well after this game and start getting ready for the Brumbies. And again, we’ll hope for a real positive result next week.