Rugby league in Fiji
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Rugby league is a popular team sport played in Fiji.
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[edit] Popularity
[edit] Participation
[edit] Statistics
[edit] Demographics
[edit] Current Trends
The Fijian rugby league competition is a healthy and progressing competition. The competition consists of nine teams with rumors of expansion to 10 in 2005/2006.
Recently the administration of rugby league in Fiji has focussed more on building the skills base of their players in anticipation with the larger Rugby League nations, then those they're used to playing in the Pacific Cup or Pacific Rim Championship.
[edit] Fiji National Rugby League (FNRL)
The Fiji National Rugby League competition is comprised of the following teams:
Eastern Conference:
- Nabua Broncos
- Tailevu Rabbitohs
- Dee Cees Nadera Panthers
- Warwick Cowboys
- Makoi Bulldogs
- Hiway Stabilzers QVS Sharks
Western Conference:
- Nadi Eels
- Saru Dragons
- Vaturu Roosters
- Lautoka Crushers
- Namoli Knights
[edit] The National Team
[edit] History
Fiji has produced some of the finest rugby league players in the world. Notable examples include Lote Tuqiri and Petero Civoniceva, both of whom have played for Australia in international test matches, Queensland in the State of Origin series and the Brisbane Broncos in Australian club grand final victories.
[edit] See also
[edit] External links
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