The Fiji Powerlifting Federation has announced a robust 10-member team for the Oceania Regional Powerlifting Championships 2014, set to take place in Nauru from October 30 to November 2. This information was confirmed by Federation president Viliame Lagonilakeba.
The team includes six athletes and four officials. Lagonilakeba highlighted the challenge that competing in Nauru presents, noting that powerlifting is a significant part of their culture, with many world champions hailing from the nation, making it one of the toughest powerlifting countries globally. He expressed confidence in the Fiji athletes, stating they are well-prepared and eager to test their strength and skills against top competitors from the region.
The athletes representing Fiji are Vivaan Patel (Men’s sub-junior U83kg), Vinesh Chand (Men’s Open U74kg), Faga Varea (Men’s Open U93kg), Muzammil Ali (Men’s Open U120kg), and Kurt Wise (Men’s Open U120kg, captain). The officials include Eric Jioje (Head coach, non-traveling), Ryan Bale (non-traveling), Salacieli Koroi (Assistant coach, traveling), and Jessa May Banchod (Team manager/doctor, traveling).