Drua Women target improved starts against Brumbies

The Fijian Drua Women's rugby team is focusing on overcoming slow starts in their upcoming match against the Brumbies, according to head coach Mike Legge. Legge admitted that conceding early points has been a recurring concern, particularly against strong opponents.

"We identified it last week and felt we let ourselves down in that first half with a slow start," Legge stated. He confirmed that adjustments have been made during training this week to better simulate match conditions and improve the team's initial performance. The coach expressed hope that these changes will translate into a more dynamic start on the field.

The Drua cannot afford to give opponents an early advantage if they wish to remain competitive in the tournament. The team's objective is to deliver a full 80-minute performance, especially in front of their home crowd in Ba. This match is crucial for building momentum as the competition progresses. The Drua Women will face the Brumbies this Saturday at 2:05 p.m., with the game broadcast live on FBC2.

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We identified it last week and felt we let ourselves down in that first half with a slow start. We’ve changed a few things at training to better replicate match starts, and we’re hopeful that will translate onto the field on Saturday.