Briefs: Suva 7s winners

The Fiji Times - Saturday, November 07, 2009 7:42 PM

THE Knights Brothers came from behind to defuse a strong challenge and edge the Waimanu Dream Team 14-10 in the under-19 final of the Suva 7sat Laucala today.

Waimanu was leading 10-0 when the Davuilevu boys managed to put their act together to display their strength in the second spell and overcame a spirited Waimanu outfit.

The Brothers combination comprises some of the winning 2009 Lelean Memorial School team which won the Deans Trophy.

Team coach Jone Tabakau said his players were rattled in the first half by the Waimanu team’s explosive start.

"In the second half I then send in my impact players," he said.

They were Keponi Paul, Orisi Naibuka and Aisea Kucuve.

"We met Waimanu in the pool play and knew they'll be a different side in the final," he added.

Waimanu's strength was felt through players like Filimoni Seru, Adrea Vinivosa and Samuela Kubu.

QVS take women’s crown
QUEEN Victoria School Old Boys women's team maintained defeated Seahawk 7-0 in the Digicel Suva 7s final at the National Stadium today.

And team member Tavaita Ravouvou won the best player award in the women's category.

Seahawk provided a strong challenge to the traditional blue jersey team but lack of concentration cost them the game.

Team coach Elenoa Kunatuba disagreed with some of the referee's decision claiming it was biased.

Two tries from Iva Naucu saw them lead at the breather 10-0.

Both teams drew cheers from the 1500 crowd with their tackling ball and all including hair pulling.

This saw Seahawk Waisi Vatulili warned for knocking Joyce Chute down on the ground in pulling her hair.

QVSOB points came through brilliant display by Adi Tokasa Raikoso who touched down underneath the cross bar and converted.