21/02/2025
COUNTDOWN BEGINS
BY ELTON LONARATHA JNR
WITH just 128 days remaining until the official opening ceremony, Team Solomon is gearing up for the 12th Pacific Mini Games, set to take place in Koror, Palau, from 29th June to 9th July.
This yearโs games will feature 12 sports, including athletics, archery, basketball, swimming, and volleyball, providing a platform for athletes to showcase their skills and determination.
In a press conference held this week, National Olympic Committee of Solomon Islands (NOCSI) President Martin Rara expressed his confidence in Team Solomon preparations.
โThrough unity, we can rise to the occasion,โ Rara said.
โWe are 128 days away from the opening ceremony, and I would like to take this moment to call on the 14 National Federations (NFs) participating in this event,โ he continued.
โThe Palau Mini Games will not only showcase our athletesโ skills but also serve as a vital opportunity to assess our national readiness for future competitions.โ
Rara emphasized the importance of intensifying preparations in the lead-up to the games, ensuring that athletes are in optimal condition to represent the Solomon Islands with pride.
โEvery NF must work collaboratively to enhance training regimens, boost athletesโ morale, and foster a spirit of unity and excellence,โ he urged.
โOur performance in Palau will reflect not only our individual sports but also our collective identity as a sporting nation. Stay focused, stay motivated, and let us work hard to make the Solomon Islands shine at the Palau Mini Games 2025,โ Rara added.
He encouraged all federations to update their training plans and share best practices, ensuring that they are prepared to face the challenges ahead with the same dedication and passion that marked their achievements in 2023.
Rara also took a moment to salute the sporting community for their commitment to the development of sports in the nation.
โAs we look ahead to the 2025 Palau Mini Games, we want to emphasize the importance of this event as a critical test of our teamโs strength and resilience following the successful hosting of the Pacific Games 2023 at home,โ Rara noted.
Team Solomon is set to compete in a diverse range of sports, including archery, athletics, baseball, basketball (3x3), judo, swimming, table tennis, triathlon, vaโa, volleyball (both beach and indoor), weightlifting, and wrestling. As the countdown continues, the excitement builds for what promises to be a remarkable showcase of talent and sportsmanship in Palau.
๐ธ..NOCSI President Martin Rara-PHOTO ELTON LONARATHA JNR