Northland are preparing for a tough match as they take on Tavua at Garvey Park today in round 1 of the Vodafone Vanua Championship.
Northland knows it will not be an easy battle, with Tavua playing in front of their home fans and the heat expected to test their fitness and endurance.
Northland centre and captain, Sikeli Vakadewabuka says the team will trust their process and focus on executing their game plans effectively.
Vakadewabuka says that they have been working hard to dominate the set pieces and play simple, structured rugby.
Northland will face Tavua at 2pm this afternoon.
