The Crest Fiji men’s netball team has achieved a historic milestone by winning the Men’s Nations Series in Singapore, marking their first-ever international tournament victory. Last night, the team demonstrated remarkable resilience by overcoming the Australia Under-23 side with a nail-biting score of 55-54 at the Jurong East Sporting Complex, avenging their earlier defeat of 48-60 in the pool match.

During the pool stage of the tournament, Fiji showcased their strong performance, defeating the England Trailblazers 47-36 in their opening match, dominating New Zealand with a score of 57-38, and overcoming the host nation with a commanding 62-27 victory. They ended the pool round with an impressive 82-20 win against Hong Kong, smoothly securing their advancement to the semifinals. In the semifinals, Fiji continued their winning streak by defeating England once again, with a score of 62-27, thus earning their seat in the final match.

This tournament marks the first overseas outing for a Fiji men’s netball team since the 2004 International Men’s Netball Championship in Melbourne, Australia. The victory highlights not only the growth of men’s netball in Fiji but also the team’s dedication and commitment as they look to build on this success for future competitions.

This win is a significant development for Fiji, potentially paving the way for more opportunities in men’s netball and inspiring future generations of athletes in the region. The celebration led by Captain Kitione Waqavonovono and Vice Captain Joseva Nawaqa reflects the pride and joy of a nation on the rise in the sport.

Hopeful and positive, this victory can ignite further interest and investment in men’s netball in Fiji, encouraging other athletes to participate and elevate the sport on an international scale.