MRSM Balik Pulau deny VI in thrilling SSR final
MRSM BP edged two-time winners Victoria Institution (VI) 14-13 in a nail-biting grand final which had fans from both teams on the edge of their seats at the Taman Ekuestrian Putrajaya field.
MRSM BP trailed for much of the match but made it count when it mattered in the business end of the final.
Firdaus Zolkfli, who scored both MRSM BP's tries, was named Milo Grand Final Most Valuable Player and also took the Pos Malaysia Best Forward award.
MRSM BP lifted the Tan Sri Wan Aziz Challenge Trophy and also walked away with RM15,000 prize money. VI took home RM7,000 for their efforts.
It was an emotional victory for MRSM BP head coach Izzuwan Sukri who praised his players for their dedication and fighting spirit.
"I'm incredibly proud of my boys. They left everything out there today (July 27). This win is the result of years of hard work," said Izzuwan.
"I want to express appreciation to the MARA management for their unwavering support in developing rugby within the MRSM system. We have proven that nothing is impossible."
SMS Hulu Selangor and Malay College Kuala Kangsar were the other two semi-finalists this season.
SSR, organised by Evervive Sdn Bhd, is in its 10th season this year.
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