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Netball scholarship leads Raketekete to Fijian Drua Women rugby dream

From FBC News · () English

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  • Ruth Raketekete transitioned from a netball scholarship in New Zealand to a rugby career with the Fijian Drua Women.
  • She discovered her passion for rugby while in New Zealand and decided to switch sports.
  • Raketekete aims to play for the Drua Women in their 2026 Super W campaign opener against the Waratahs.

Ruth Raketekete's sporting journey took an unexpected turn when a netball scholarship to New Zealand in 2020 led her to discover a passion for rugby. The Nakuruwai, Noco, Rewa native is now a new face in the McDonald's Fijian Drua Women squad for the upcoming season, having successfully transitioned from netball.

Raketekete shared that she first tried her hand at rugby while participating in the scholarship program in New Zealand. She quickly developed a strong affinity for the sport, which ultimately prompted her decision to move away from netball. The 22-year-old admitted that she never envisioned earning a place in the prestigious Drua Women squad.

She also expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of her family throughout her athletic endeavors. The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Women are set to commence their 2026 Super W campaign with a match against the Waratahs in Australia on June 6.

The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua Women will face the Waratahs on June 6 in Australia to open their 2026 Super W campaign.

· Article contextProviding information about the team's upcoming schedule.
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