It’s the Marist in QVS That We’re Aware Of - Raboiliku

The upcoming Coca-Cola Games boys' division is shaping up to be an intensely competitive affair, according to Marist Brothers High School coach Antonio Raboiliku. While Marist Brothers High School (MBHS) are the defending champions, Raboiliku expressed that they are not necessarily the favorites this year. He attributes this to the rigorous offseason training and strategic preparations undertaken by rival schools, indicating a heightened level of competition across the board.

Raboiliku's primary concern and respect are directed towards Queen Victoria School (QVS), which is now coached by Banuve Tabakaucoro, a distinguished former athlete from MBHS. Raboiliku candidly stated, "For us in Marist we are proud that the upcoming QVS team will give us a very good competition. Secondly, it’s led by a former Marist Brothers High School athlete, so it’s not the QVS, it’s the Marist in that team that we are aware off." This sentiment highlights a unique dynamic where the coaching prowess of a former star is seen as a formidable challenge, adding a layer of personal rivalry to the inter-school competition.

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For us in Marist we are proud that the upcoming QVS team will give us a very good competition. Secondly, it’s led by a former Marist Brothers High School athlete, so it’s not the QVS, it’s the Marist in that team that we are aware off.

Queen Victoria School, with a history of strong performances, last secured the boys' title 33 years ago. However, under Tabakaucoro's guidance, they finished third last year. Tabakaucoro himself is optimistic, stating, "I think they’ve waited long enough, we going out there and give it our best shot, you’re at a school like QVS they always give their best every year, and I’m 100% behind them." The anticipation is palpable as fans await what promises to be a closely contested championship, with the Fiji Finals broadcast live on FBC 2 and available internationally via VITI+.

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I think they’ve waited long enough, we going out there and give it our best shot, you’re at a school like QVS they always give their best every year, and I’m 100% behind them.