The Fiji Powerlifting Federation has announced a robust 10-member team for the Oceania Regional Powerlifting Championships 2014, scheduled to take place in Nauru from October 30 to November 2. This announcement was made by Federation general president Viliame Lagonilakeba yesterday.
The team comprises six athletes and four officials. Lagonilakeba emphasized the challenges their team will face in Nauru, noting that powerlifting is a significant part of the local culture and that many world champions hail from there, making it one of the most formidable powerlifting nations globally.
He assured that the athletes are confident and well-prepared for the competition ahead, eager to showcase their strength and skills against top contenders in the region.
The athletes representing Fiji include Vivaan Patel in Men’s sub-junior U83kg, Vinesh Chand in Men’s Open U74kg, Faga Varea in Men’s Open U93kg, Muzammil Ali in Men’s Open U120kg, and Kurt Wise, who will serve as the captain in Men’s Open U120kg.
The officials accompanying the team include Eric Jioje as the head coach (non-travelling), Ryan Bale (non-travelling), Salacieli Koroi as the assistant coach (travelling), and Jessa May Banchod serving as the team manager and doctor (travelling).