How Bitila Tawake juggles study and rugby

How Bitila Tawake juggles study and rugby

Women's Fijian Drua captain Bitila Tawake candidly details time crunch and pressure of juggling her rugby commitments along with her pursuit of a degree. Tonga's Chef de Mission for the Commonwealth Games Roman Vaihu also joins the show, setting the scene for the team Tonga will send to Glasgow next month. World Cup fever continues in the Americas, as we inspect the New Zealand players with Pacific Island heritage. And Fiji duo Virimi Vakatawa and Tuidraki Samusamuvodre get selected for the Barbarians in Men's rugby. Co-hosts: Taina Basiyalo (Fiji) & Kalo Manu-Moli (Tonga)

World Cup fever takes hold across the Pacific

One of sport's most prestigious prizes goes back up for grabs in the United States as the Men's FIFA World Cup takes centre stage. Across the Pacific, lines are being drawn and allegiances solidified, as everyone gets swept up by the hype of the tournament - particularly in the football-mad nation of Vanuatu. Also, former Fiji Bati and NRL star Kane Evans has been praised for his incredible bravery this week, detailing his on-going personal struggle and coming out as gay.

Drua kick off Super Rugby Women's season in Sydney

A host of debutants have the Fijian Drua loaded with excitement ahead of their season opening contest in Sydney against the Waratahs this Saturday. Hear from a couple of players who are hyped to get on the park and challenge themselves against the comp's reigning champions.

How sport helps close the gap in the Pacific

Former Rugby League player Sione Finefeuiaki is using sport and his profile to make an enormous difference in Tongan communities through his foundation. The former Sea Eagles front rower joins the show to explain what his foundation does and how it assists budding athletes break through.

OFC Pro League Finals set up epic decider

The Grand Final for the inaugural OFC Pro League is is now set, after an epic post-season phase in both the Challengers and Leaders groups. Also on this week's edition of Fresh Off the Field, we preview the Fijian Drua Women's team ahead of the Super Rugby Women's season which kicks off in a fortnight's time. It's been announced that Bitila Tawake will lead the side. And the Gold Coast is gearing up to host a huge 3x3 basketball Oceania High Performance Camp to assist Pacific nations prepare for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Co-hosts: Patricia Keamo (PNG) & Lailanie Burnes (Fiji)