The Fiji Powerlifting Federation has officially announced a strong 10-member team to compete at the Oceania Regional Powerlifting Championships 2014, which will take place in Nauru from October 30 to November 2.
Federation president Viliame Lagonilakeba shared the news and outlined that the team is made up of six athletes and four officials.
“Competing in Nauru will be a significant challenge,” Lagonilakeba stated. “Powerlifting is deeply ingrained in their culture, and many world champions have come from Nauru, earning them a reputation as one of the toughest powerlifting nations globally.”
He expressed confidence in the athletes, stating they are well-prepared to take on this challenge and are eager to showcase their strength and skills against top competitors in the region.
The Fiji squad consists of the following athletes: Vivaan Patel in the Men’s sub-junior U83kg category, Vinesh Chand in the Men’s Open U74kg, Faga Varea in the Men’s Open U93kg, Muzammil Ali in the Men’s Open U120kg, and Kurt Wise in the Men’s Open U120kg, who will serve as the team captain.
The officials accompanying the team include Eric Jioje as Head Coach (non-traveling), Ryan Bale (non-traveling), Salacieli Koroi as Assistant Coach (traveling), and Jessa May Banchod as the Team Manager/Doctor (traveling).