Netball Fiji is gearing up to host an exciting men’s Invitational tournament from August 4 to 7, featuring teams from Fiji, New Zealand, and Tonga. This event is part of Fiji’s strategic efforts to elevate the profile of men’s netball in the region.
Head coach Jioweli Vakamoce shared that the team has been rigorously preparing, completing a full ten-week training program leading up to this tournament. “In the last two weeks, we entered Phase three of our training, and we have two more weeks to fine-tune our skills before the international competition,” he stated. The coach emphasized that the recently completed assessment and selection process has resulted in a well-rounded final squad of twelve players, including five debutants: shooters Waisale Lasekula and Charlie Hoyte, centre Eroni Manu, and defenders Semesa Wainidroa and Anasa Waqa.
The selected players for the Fiji Men’s Netball Team are:
– Kitione Waqavonovono (GA/WA)
– Atonio Bakaniceva (GD/GK)
– Savenaca Sorovaki (GD/GK)
– Amena Nacavaraba (GS)
– Waisale Lasekula (GS/GA)
– Charlie Hoyte (GS/GA)
– Peniasi Bolatawa (WD/C)
– Rarawa Vulimainarita (WA/C)
– Atonio Lovokuro (C/WA)
– Eroni Manu Bovoro (C/WD)
– Semesa Wainidroa (GK/GD)
– Anasa Waqa (GD/WD)
The tournament is seen as a critical step toward Fiji’s goal of participating in the inaugural Men’s Netball World Cup. Netball Fiji president RubyAnn Sorovaki has highlighted that these competitions not only display regional talent but also foster unity and inspire growth in the sport of men’s netball across the Pacific.
The anticipated matches will allow the Fiji Men’s team to showcase their readiness and competitive edge on the international scene, reinforcing a growing momentum for men’s netball within the country. The team’s strong preparation and enthusiastic community support signal a hopeful future for the sport in Fiji, paving the way for further recognition and success in upcoming competitions.
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