Mahajibhai Hardware, based in Nadi, has announced its sponsorship of the local district football team as they prepare for the FMF Inter-District Championship 2024. This announcement was made during a cheque presentation of $7,500 held in Martintar, Nadi, where company director Sudhish Patel expressed enthusiasm about supporting the team for the first time.
Patel emphasized the hard work and improvement shown by the players, stating, “I want to support Nadi Football and its community, especially since the boys have been working hard and have improved their results.” He extended his best wishes to the team, hoping they would secure a victory and bring home the trophy this year.
Nadi Football Association president Mohin Rafiq described the sponsorship from Mahajibhai Hardware as a significant boon for the Nadi football community, particularly given the current economic challenges faced by businesses. He announced that the team would be referred to as Mahajibhai Hardware/Calgary Nadi due to the dual sponsorship.
Rafiq also acknowledged the support of head coach Raj Dayal and the dedicated members of the Calgary community and beyond. He affirmed that the team is eager to perform well in the upcoming IDC tournament, stating, “We have a very good plan which we are working on.”
He highlighted the backing from the coaches and board in preparing the team for their upcoming match against the defending champions Ba, set to take place next Tuesday at Churchill Park in Lautoka.
The Nadi squad for the tournament includes Ratu Halstead, Vishant Reddy, Shaheel Valentine, Afraz Ali, Leo Lesumai, Abdullah Aiyaz, William Valentine, Ashneel Kumar, Tevita Vonovesi, Ali Naseri, Tuiba Batiratu, Ame Votoniu, Eneriko Matau, Ratu Tulivou, Nilkash Prasad, Vuniuci Tikomaimereke, Steven Underwood, Mohammed Ayman, Beniamino Lebatavatava, Siotame Kubu, and Vereti Dickson.