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Golfing for a Cause: Team Pro Pack Triumphs in Fiji Airways Tournament

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Team Pro Pack emerged victorious in the recent Caritas Fiji Golf tournament, which was sponsored by Fiji Airways and held at the Denarau Golf and Racquet Club last Saturday. The winning team, consisting of Kishor Kumar, Inoke Bolakoro, Damien Sheridan, and Roneel Prakash, achieved a remarkable score of 56.125 points.

Damien Sheridan expressed his excitement, stating, “I’m playing golf for the first time and it’s great to be part of the winning team.”

Taking second place was Team Rariben, featuring Shelly Rariden from Michigan, USA, along with Father Sigarara and David Qiolevu, who finished with a score of 56.3 points. Rariden shared her enthusiasm about the event, highlighting the warm welcome and beautiful course. She mentioned, “Fiji met all my expectations as far as a warm cultural community; we just had a great time. We also support charity golf back home.”

Team Mali secured third place with members Nitulesh Mali, Avinesh Dutt, Shivneel Gounder, and Abid Hussain, scoring 56.62 points.

Arthur Groom, director of Caritas Fiji, expressed gratitude to Fiji Airways for their support as a major sponsor for the second annual tournament and emphasized that all proceeds would benefit charitable initiatives aimed at assisting those in need within the community.

Groom stated, “A big thank you to our generous sponsors for making this event possible. Let’s make a difference together.”

Caritas Fiji operates under the Catholic Church in Fiji, focusing on social outreach and charity, advocating for the marginalized and serving as a voice for victims of injustices.

This tournament not only celebrated the spirit of golf but also brought attention to the importance of giving back to the community, showcasing the generous hearts of participants and sponsors alike.

In summary, the Caritas Fiji Golf Tournament served as a platform for camaraderie and charity, where players united not just for competition but to support vital initiatives for the less fortunate in their communities. Hopefully, similar events will continue to inspire generosity and foster community spirit in Fiji and beyond.


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