29/03/2026
Vinaka Vakalevu Fiji. – Thank You for Making History
The 50th Fiji Bitter Marist 7s was more than a tournament — it was a celebration of legacy, unity, and the enduring spirit of grassroots rugby.
As we marked this golden milestone, we stand on the strength of our Golden Roots — 50 years of passion, sacrifice, and belief — and we now soar with Global Wings, carrying our story to the world.
This historic success belongs to each and every one of you.
To our players and teams — you brought the fire, the flair, and the future of the game. All 130 team of 2340 players playing over 300 games in 3 days .. you made history through presence. Enjoy your spoils and continue to grow.
For any shortcoming we humbly apologize and take all our opportunities to make it better. PO
To all our volunteers — admin , medics , runners ,media , registration ,, protocol , recon , presentation , Marshalls , tunnel , recovery , CBOX ,VVIP ,the silent engine behind every moment, your impeccable service is the heartbeat of Fiji Bitter Marist 7s
To team SECURE Police ,Fiji Navy , Corrections , Grid you lived up to the words "Secure " Totoka na Veiqaravi cecere.
To our spirited Event Directors who carried the burden throughout , take a humble bow you have created history. Short Days Long Nights. 🫡🇫🇯
To Team Tyson first to arrive and last to leave you have stories untold and Tyson is really smiling down on us all. Totoka. 🇫🇷
To our all our associates sponsors and partners, old boys sponsors and especially Fiji Bitter — your unwavering support over five decades is a legacy in itself. Forever engrained across the landscape of pure grassroots rugby.
To our fans and families — your energy, your pride, your presence lifted this tournament to new heights.
To our match officials, all support organizers, and the Marist community — you carried the weight of history and delivered something truly unforgettable.
To our ceremonial team of 4 generations thank you for gracing our occasion to see the works of your hands in play. The ceremonial capping event will now be a permanent feature in all future events. Honoring our past and inspiring the future.
To our Legends the world has seen what you all sowed. Led by the legendary Serevi you have all replanted the seeds of inspiration. This is where it started for many of you. The journey of Legends will continue now at all future Fiji Bitter Marist 7s
We are guided always by the Five Pillars of Marist:
• Presence – We stood together, visible in service and unity.
• Simplicity – We honored our humble beginnings, where it all started.
• Family Spirit – We embraced one another as one Marist family.
• Love of Work – We gave our all, with passion and pride.
• In the Way of Mary – We served with humility, grace, and purpose.
This is what made the 50th not just an event — but a movement.
To the Marist Brothers your seeds were sown long ago as we march on with Marcellin Champagnat sharing the 5 Pillars of our rich diversity and culture through unity.
From the home of the Fiji Bitter Marist 7s the Marist Rugby Club of Marist Old Boys to the global stage, the Fiji Bitter Marist 7s continues to grow, inspire, and unite.
The roots have never been stronger The wings continue to fly.
To my right hand Koli Korovulala who would have thought that this would have happened when we left school in 1982. Gods plans are the best plans. Vinaka my brother for now are the best memories.
To my family and my wife who put up with me all this years thank you for your unshakable support.
Gods love which has been in abundance and to my daughter Yaca Anne Vinaka na Luvequ for watching over me leave early and coming home late . This is for you ❤️
Here’s to 50 years of legends — and to the next 50.
Vinaka vakalevu saka to everyone.
Duavata Veilomani
Lawrence Tikaram
President Marist Rugby Club
Chairman of 2026 Fiji Bitter Marist 7s committee
