SOLOMON Islands most prolific footballer Henry Fa’arodo has turned his sight to beach soccer.
He is the latest player to be drafted into the Bilikiki National Beach Soccer training squad in preparation for the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, later this year.
Fa’arodo’s inclusion has added colour and flavour to the Oceania Beach Kings.
His inclusion will certainly spark excitement, as local fans will want to witness how the sensation outdoor midfielder will perform on the beach.
The national men’s Beach Soccer team had begun their final preparations for 2009 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup in Dubai this 16-22 November.
According to the Team Manager Rueben Oimae, this week marks the start of an intensive training aimed at taking the team one step further than previously, into the knockout stages at the World Cup.
Reports from Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) Media Office said this week, the team will have daily training sessions to help the players sharpen their skills for the ultimate competition in this form of the ‘beautiful game.
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The team is also aiming to go into camp, which will be dedicated to nothing other than group training, every two weeks.
“The training camps will help the players to develop a bond that will be essential in maintaining morale when the team is far away from the home and loved ones.
“Regular gym sessions are also planned to condition and strengthen the players,” SIFF Media said.
Oimae stressed that a full and intense preparation is vital if the Bilikikis are to improve in this year’s world competition.
The manager hinted that unconfirmed fixtures of friendly warm-up matches are currently have been arranged.
He added the team is expected to meet with the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) officials in Auckland to discuss how OFC can assist the team in its preparations.
“These (potential) matches will help the team to identify weaknesses and strengthen them before the actual tournament,” he said.
Solomon Islands qualified for the 2009 Beach Soccer World Cup after beating Vanuatu 1-0 in the final of the OFC World Cup Qualifiers on Moorea Island in Tahiti last month.
It is the fourth year in a row Bilikiki will represent Oceania at the Beach Soccer World Cup.
Bilikiki’s opponents in the World Cup group stages will be decided after the official tournament draws in Dubai today.
The Bilikiki training squad are:
James Naka (C)
Fred Hale (VC) (GK)
Felix Ray Jnr. (GK)
Henry Padaverana (GK)
Abraham Izomo (GK)
Gideon Omokirio
Eddie Ngaitini
Timothy Wale
Robert Laua
Gibson Hosea
Franco Ne’e
Nicholas Muri
Augustine Anisi
Michael Taeman
Elliot Ragomo
George Wagena
Hickley Rence
Henry Fa’arodo
Team Manager – Rueben Oimae
Coach – Henry Koto
Team Doctor – Dr Patrick Houasia
source : Solomon Star
August 29, 2009
August 05, 2009
Roy raises roar
BABASIGA cult hero Roy Krishna believes the Lions can roar to victory in this weekend's Inkk Battle of the Giants.
With the expectation of thousands of fans weighing heavily on his shoulders to pull a victory out of thin air, the goal-scoring machine said it can happen with unity of mind and spirit.
Before a jam-packed 7000-plus Labasa crowd at Subrail Park, Krishna tantalised his followers with deft skills before rocketing home a penalty to give Labasa a 1-0 lead against Suva in their Giants opener.
He then promised fans more must come if Labasa is to be crowned Giants on Sunday.
With Esava Naqeleca firing in the equaliser, Krishna said after it was now up to him and fellow Waitakere star Benjamin Totori to lead the young side.
"I salute my team mates for giving all even though they are young," he said.
"Not having a coach should not affect our performance because the team is contributing their views on possible game plans. We don't have the experience but it's the knowledge that counts," he said.
He said they kept it simple against the more experienced Suva side.
"We didn't have an experienced backline so we didn't want to confuse our defenders.
"We just played a sweeper, two centre backs, outer backs, central midfielder and striker."
Totori and Krishna said they struggled with the stark change from the winter of New Zealand to the hot Labasa sun.
"Yes, it is hot compared to the cold we came in from two days ago but we should acclimatise as tournament progresses," Totori said.
"When I came in yesterday they told me it was a young side but today I'm happy with their performance."
"To win we will just have to work hard, put our heads together and see what each game brings."
Krishna said ground conditions proved quite a challenge against Suva.
"Lautoka should have better ground conditions so we are looking forward to the next game."
Source : Solomon Star
With the expectation of thousands of fans weighing heavily on his shoulders to pull a victory out of thin air, the goal-scoring machine said it can happen with unity of mind and spirit.
Before a jam-packed 7000-plus Labasa crowd at Subrail Park, Krishna tantalised his followers with deft skills before rocketing home a penalty to give Labasa a 1-0 lead against Suva in their Giants opener.
He then promised fans more must come if Labasa is to be crowned Giants on Sunday.
With Esava Naqeleca firing in the equaliser, Krishna said after it was now up to him and fellow Waitakere star Benjamin Totori to lead the young side.
"I salute my team mates for giving all even though they are young," he said.
"Not having a coach should not affect our performance because the team is contributing their views on possible game plans. We don't have the experience but it's the knowledge that counts," he said.
He said they kept it simple against the more experienced Suva side.
"We didn't have an experienced backline so we didn't want to confuse our defenders.
"We just played a sweeper, two centre backs, outer backs, central midfielder and striker."
Totori and Krishna said they struggled with the stark change from the winter of New Zealand to the hot Labasa sun.
"Yes, it is hot compared to the cold we came in from two days ago but we should acclimatise as tournament progresses," Totori said.
"When I came in yesterday they told me it was a young side but today I'm happy with their performance."
"To win we will just have to work hard, put our heads together and see what each game brings."
Krishna said ground conditions proved quite a challenge against Suva.
"Lautoka should have better ground conditions so we are looking forward to the next game."
Source : Solomon Star
Stars return to boost Mala Cup
HONIARA based players have featured for their teams in the opening matches of the Championship and are expected make an impact with their vast experience in competitive football.
Malaita Football Association (MFA) have revealed that all participating constituencies in the Malaita Cup are allowed to include four Honiara based played players with 18 home based players.
Among the prominent names in Honiara football currently playing in the Malaita Cup is national mid fielder Henry Fa’arodo Junior who joined East Kware’ae for the Malaita Cup.
Fa’arodo helped East Kware’ae to a 5-1 win over Lau Baelelea in their opening match on Monday.
Koloale captain Richard Anisua have also joined Northern Lions and scored a goal in their 3-1 win in their opening match.
Other Honiara players participating in the Malaita Cup are Timothy Joe who plays for Auki Langalanga, Presley Futa (Central Kware’ae), Nelson Sale (Baegu/Asifola), Derrick Taebo, Ezra Sale, Mostyn Sanga.
Reports reaching star sports in Auki over the weekend suggested that Bilikiki captain James Naka will be featuring for West Kwara’ae in the Malaita Cup.
James Naka last week led the Bilikiki to Qualifier for the third Beach Soccer World Cup. The team is due to arrive in the country today and Naka is expected to join the Nick Lamani coached side after this arrival.
Naka is also been tipped to a return to Fijian club Navua for the Battle of the Giants which starts this week and reports a still sketchy whether the beach soccer captain will play in the Malaita Cup.
The Malaita Cup continues through this week and will reach its final stages next week with the grand final to be played during the province’s second appointed day celebrations.
source : Solomon Star
Malaita Football Association (MFA) have revealed that all participating constituencies in the Malaita Cup are allowed to include four Honiara based played players with 18 home based players.
Among the prominent names in Honiara football currently playing in the Malaita Cup is national mid fielder Henry Fa’arodo Junior who joined East Kware’ae for the Malaita Cup.
Fa’arodo helped East Kware’ae to a 5-1 win over Lau Baelelea in their opening match on Monday.
Koloale captain Richard Anisua have also joined Northern Lions and scored a goal in their 3-1 win in their opening match.
Other Honiara players participating in the Malaita Cup are Timothy Joe who plays for Auki Langalanga, Presley Futa (Central Kware’ae), Nelson Sale (Baegu/Asifola), Derrick Taebo, Ezra Sale, Mostyn Sanga.
Reports reaching star sports in Auki over the weekend suggested that Bilikiki captain James Naka will be featuring for West Kwara’ae in the Malaita Cup.
James Naka last week led the Bilikiki to Qualifier for the third Beach Soccer World Cup. The team is due to arrive in the country today and Naka is expected to join the Nick Lamani coached side after this arrival.
Naka is also been tipped to a return to Fijian club Navua for the Battle of the Giants which starts this week and reports a still sketchy whether the beach soccer captain will play in the Malaita Cup.
The Malaita Cup continues through this week and will reach its final stages next week with the grand final to be played during the province’s second appointed day celebrations.
source : Solomon Star
June 30, 2009
Students fear swine flue in Fiji
SOLOMON Islands students studying in Fiji want to return home for fear of contracting the influenza A (H1N1) or swine flu virus.
And they are calling on the national government and responsible authorities to make necessary arrangement for their return to Solomon Islands.
Rockinson Faga, a student at the University of the South Pacific in Suva, said with the increasing number of swine flu cases in Fiji, they feared being infected.
“We are worried about the situation because our lives are in danger as the infection continues to increase here.
“We want the government and health authorities (in SI) to take our request seriously because it would be a burden for the country if we are infected.
“For the next few months, probably some of us will likely to be infected due to the current weather here,” he claimed in an email to Solomon Star yesterday.
Fiji’s confirmed number of pandemic H1N1 2009 cases has now risen to 10 - three of whom are children under the age of eight.
Fiji Times Online reported last weekend that of the latest 15 samples collected and tested, four people have the potentially deadly strain.
Mr Faga said it would be a disaster for the country if the returning students and their families are all infected and tested positive with the virus.
The government must act quickly to transport us back home, he said.
“Please responsible authorities, do something as our lives are at risk.
“We are being pushed out of the campus, which is more susceptible to the disease,” he said.
Moving out of campus, he said, would put them in a situation susceptible to the infection.
Mr Faga said the university administration had request all students to vacate the campus for the youth festival.
He said most students, including those from Vanuatu, have returned to their respective countries.
Solomon Star could not reach responsible government authorities for comment last night.
Source : Solomon Star
And they are calling on the national government and responsible authorities to make necessary arrangement for their return to Solomon Islands.
Rockinson Faga, a student at the University of the South Pacific in Suva, said with the increasing number of swine flu cases in Fiji, they feared being infected.
“We are worried about the situation because our lives are in danger as the infection continues to increase here.
“We want the government and health authorities (in SI) to take our request seriously because it would be a burden for the country if we are infected.
“For the next few months, probably some of us will likely to be infected due to the current weather here,” he claimed in an email to Solomon Star yesterday.
Fiji’s confirmed number of pandemic H1N1 2009 cases has now risen to 10 - three of whom are children under the age of eight.
Fiji Times Online reported last weekend that of the latest 15 samples collected and tested, four people have the potentially deadly strain.
Mr Faga said it would be a disaster for the country if the returning students and their families are all infected and tested positive with the virus.
The government must act quickly to transport us back home, he said.
“Please responsible authorities, do something as our lives are at risk.
“We are being pushed out of the campus, which is more susceptible to the disease,” he said.
Moving out of campus, he said, would put them in a situation susceptible to the infection.
Mr Faga said the university administration had request all students to vacate the campus for the youth festival.
He said most students, including those from Vanuatu, have returned to their respective countries.
Solomon Star could not reach responsible government authorities for comment last night.
Source : Solomon Star
November 22, 2008
SIGHN 2 COMRADES BEATEN JEWISH BOYS MERCIELESS.
In cool of the evening yesterday, as the sun getting to the horizon, USP TARD base student started their training session towards TARD free Christmas Game. Where they will organize soccer 11 a side tournament with TARD members in Honiara, which is to be held at Bita’ama. The coacher of the team peter Ofataloa standing with smiles as he see the boys unlocked there potential and skills, he believe TARD team will be really competitive on this 2008 Christmas Game.
Interesting, the Jewish vesi boys have taken on the Singh 2 Comrades, the match can be describe as lightening striker.
The line up for Jewish side are:
1.George Ganiau – defender
2. Mildred Delemani- Goalkeepers
3. Danny Waneoroa- right Defender
4. Semion Baeto – left defender
5 Tony Laufia strike
6 Ramo – striker
Singh 2 comrade Boys line up
1.Fletcher Fulairara- Midfield
2.Joe Kelesi - Striker
3.Rolland Delemani Striker
4. Jones Otafalu- Goal keepers
5 John Konofilia -right winger
6 Enly Saeni – defender
As the ball rolling on of the right side of the field in the 10 minutes of the match, konofilia place the ball between GG and his defending colleagues crossing to the far right where aggressive Fulata slowly pass to kelesi given it back to Fulata and unfortunately for the goal keep he watch the ball as it rolls between the two post and it was the opening goal of the match.
The effort made by the Jewish boys to equalize the goal is a running sweat, unfortunate for the Jewish boys Konofilia can’t wait as he side step Baeto Semion, he make a quick turn and shoot and shout by Peter the coach its another goal a beautiful one and the sigh 2 boys leading by 2 goals to nil.
With courage, and so much of skills in the middle of the field Laufiu was quick as a hungry lion, ball working was not absent, which GG coordinate his side but they cant make it to the singh 2 side as defending Saeni attack in eyeing the ball, in a quick turn Fulata unbelievable getting between his opponent place the ball to running kelesi kick the ball slowing with interruption into the gate and it was a goal and its now 3 nil
Despite that, Waneora who played fairly on the match make attempts but Otafalu guiding the gate not allowing a shoot to penetrate the gate mouth. There were few spectators along the side of the field where Peter the coach stands. A beautiful shoot was made by Ramo but Saeni just accommodates the shoots to his control, Konofilia on the right wing place the ball to Rolland Delemani, Rolland turn around but GG was already present, he passes to Joe and Joe given it back to Rolland which he just pass the Paul between Mildred legs and into the net.
The game is at its climax as the Jewish boys control the ball by Baeto Semion on their half but Joe prey the ball from his opponents make a smooth pass to otafalu as the Singh 2 build their ball working, Joe snick in a quick turn more gracious on their side he place the ball into the goal mouth which amounted to their 5th goal, fortunately in the split of second in the dying minutes Jewish boys make a break through initiated by Doctor Mildred and he make it a goal and the game was over,
Mean while Coach Peter Ofataloa encourages players like Samuel liosulia, Trevor Mae’eda, John Buata, Robert iromalefo, to attend training session and friendly matches that they could able to meet game standard in terms of fitness but their was no comment from Mr. JB of those a absent.
Source: Jones Otafalu
Interesting, the Jewish vesi boys have taken on the Singh 2 Comrades, the match can be describe as lightening striker.
The line up for Jewish side are:
1.George Ganiau – defender
2. Mildred Delemani- Goalkeepers
3. Danny Waneoroa- right Defender
4. Semion Baeto – left defender
5 Tony Laufia strike
6 Ramo – striker
Singh 2 comrade Boys line up
1.Fletcher Fulairara- Midfield
2.Joe Kelesi - Striker
3.Rolland Delemani Striker
4. Jones Otafalu- Goal keepers
5 John Konofilia -right winger
6 Enly Saeni – defender
As the ball rolling on of the right side of the field in the 10 minutes of the match, konofilia place the ball between GG and his defending colleagues crossing to the far right where aggressive Fulata slowly pass to kelesi given it back to Fulata and unfortunately for the goal keep he watch the ball as it rolls between the two post and it was the opening goal of the match.
The effort made by the Jewish boys to equalize the goal is a running sweat, unfortunate for the Jewish boys Konofilia can’t wait as he side step Baeto Semion, he make a quick turn and shoot and shout by Peter the coach its another goal a beautiful one and the sigh 2 boys leading by 2 goals to nil.
With courage, and so much of skills in the middle of the field Laufiu was quick as a hungry lion, ball working was not absent, which GG coordinate his side but they cant make it to the singh 2 side as defending Saeni attack in eyeing the ball, in a quick turn Fulata unbelievable getting between his opponent place the ball to running kelesi kick the ball slowing with interruption into the gate and it was a goal and its now 3 nil
Despite that, Waneora who played fairly on the match make attempts but Otafalu guiding the gate not allowing a shoot to penetrate the gate mouth. There were few spectators along the side of the field where Peter the coach stands. A beautiful shoot was made by Ramo but Saeni just accommodates the shoots to his control, Konofilia on the right wing place the ball to Rolland Delemani, Rolland turn around but GG was already present, he passes to Joe and Joe given it back to Rolland which he just pass the Paul between Mildred legs and into the net.
The game is at its climax as the Jewish boys control the ball by Baeto Semion on their half but Joe prey the ball from his opponents make a smooth pass to otafalu as the Singh 2 build their ball working, Joe snick in a quick turn more gracious on their side he place the ball into the goal mouth which amounted to their 5th goal, fortunately in the split of second in the dying minutes Jewish boys make a break through initiated by Doctor Mildred and he make it a goal and the game was over,
Mean while Coach Peter Ofataloa encourages players like Samuel liosulia, Trevor Mae’eda, John Buata, Robert iromalefo, to attend training session and friendly matches that they could able to meet game standard in terms of fitness but their was no comment from Mr. JB of those a absent.
Source: Jones Otafalu
November 19, 2008
APPOINTMENT OF NORTH MALAITA STUDENT ASSOCIATION NEW LEADERSHIP TEAM
North Malaita student at Laucala campus has appointed their new Leadership team for the end of this semester and next year 2009.
North malaita student association was comprises of the following dialects or main languages of the northern part of Malaita, that is Toabaita students, Mbaelelea students, Lau student, Baegu and FataLeka student. who are pursuing their study at the university of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus.`
The newly appointed leadership team are as follows
President: Jones Otafalu
Vice President: Linus Samani
Secretary: Brian Mangi
Treasurer: Blondie Akwasia
Cultural Rep:1. Enly Saeni
2. Ken
Social Welfare1. John Buata
2. Ruth Ramo
Fundraising Coordinators:1. Danny Waneoroa
2. Jennifer Delemani
During the Final meeting and Handing over Ceremony,One of the Out going student Leader Trevor Mae’eda has stated that North malaita student have played significant role in the SISA (Solomon Islands Student Association) community especially in the Independences celebration and the UPS open Day, our contribution to SISA is recommendable and as wel as other association with SISA community.he said, those good things should be maintain by the newly appointed leadership team and the students or even build upon.
Mean while Stevaldo who looks after northern student social wel-fare has embraces the new leadership team and the student body to work together, he said 'having in mind that we are not educated only for the aid of our Families but to help Solomon Islands as whole after we finished our program.
Hence, the out going President, Milfred Delemani, has Given his last speech, that carry such a responsibility is another curriculum from USP, its challenging but it is significant in training of leaderships role. and which follow suit by the refreshment. every student of north malaita were happy and looking foward to worker to gether with the New leadership team.
Source: Jota
North malaita student association was comprises of the following dialects or main languages of the northern part of Malaita, that is Toabaita students, Mbaelelea students, Lau student, Baegu and FataLeka student. who are pursuing their study at the university of the South Pacific, Laucala Campus.`
The newly appointed leadership team are as follows
President: Jones Otafalu
Vice President: Linus Samani
Secretary: Brian Mangi
Treasurer: Blondie Akwasia
Cultural Rep:1. Enly Saeni
2. Ken
Social Welfare1. John Buata
2. Ruth Ramo
Fundraising Coordinators:1. Danny Waneoroa
2. Jennifer Delemani
During the Final meeting and Handing over Ceremony,One of the Out going student Leader Trevor Mae’eda has stated that North malaita student have played significant role in the SISA (Solomon Islands Student Association) community especially in the Independences celebration and the UPS open Day, our contribution to SISA is recommendable and as wel as other association with SISA community.he said, those good things should be maintain by the newly appointed leadership team and the students or even build upon.
Mean while Stevaldo who looks after northern student social wel-fare has embraces the new leadership team and the student body to work together, he said 'having in mind that we are not educated only for the aid of our Families but to help Solomon Islands as whole after we finished our program.
Hence, the out going President, Milfred Delemani, has Given his last speech, that carry such a responsibility is another curriculum from USP, its challenging but it is significant in training of leaderships role. and which follow suit by the refreshment. every student of north malaita were happy and looking foward to worker to gether with the New leadership team.
Source: Jota
November 14, 2008
HIV is Everyones Business: Dr. Auto
Recent results have shown that the number of people living with HIV in the Solomon Islands stands at twelve.
In a recent interview with Solomon Times, Dr. James Auto from the National Referral Hospital said that HIV will have a drastic impact on the economy of the country and on "our already limited health services."
Dr. Auto states that now is the time for action before there is an outbreak of the disease.
He said that young people are the most vulnerable and are at a higher risk of contracting the disease, further stating there is a need for a lot of awareness, "to enable them to make proper judgment and to protect themselves from the disease."
He said that HIV should not be treated lightly, adding that "once it affects more and more families it may result in a breakdown of social order."
He also revealed that stigmatization or discrimination against people living with HIV is a major challenge to overcome.
"People living with HIV have the right to be treated fairly in different sectors of the society, to enable to access treatment. People living with HIV need their disease controlled and requires employment, be it in the formal or informal sector, in order to cater for their children. Their children also have the right to a good education, health services, play and spiritual teaching without discrimination.
"There should neither be discrimination against social groupings, particularly the gay people, which would otherwise challenge the majority view. Everyone should bear in mind that 'HIV/AIDS is everybody's business.
"It is true that health workers are at the vanguard in dealing with the disease but it would be wrong for the nation to leave the task to the Ministry of Health and key stakeholders to deal with. This is a wrong conception," says Dr. Auto.
Dr. James Auto then called on the cooperation from the public to tackle the disease.
Source: Solomon times
In a recent interview with Solomon Times, Dr. James Auto from the National Referral Hospital said that HIV will have a drastic impact on the economy of the country and on "our already limited health services."
Dr. Auto states that now is the time for action before there is an outbreak of the disease.
He said that young people are the most vulnerable and are at a higher risk of contracting the disease, further stating there is a need for a lot of awareness, "to enable them to make proper judgment and to protect themselves from the disease."
He said that HIV should not be treated lightly, adding that "once it affects more and more families it may result in a breakdown of social order."
He also revealed that stigmatization or discrimination against people living with HIV is a major challenge to overcome.
"People living with HIV have the right to be treated fairly in different sectors of the society, to enable to access treatment. People living with HIV need their disease controlled and requires employment, be it in the formal or informal sector, in order to cater for their children. Their children also have the right to a good education, health services, play and spiritual teaching without discrimination.
"There should neither be discrimination against social groupings, particularly the gay people, which would otherwise challenge the majority view. Everyone should bear in mind that 'HIV/AIDS is everybody's business.
"It is true that health workers are at the vanguard in dealing with the disease but it would be wrong for the nation to leave the task to the Ministry of Health and key stakeholders to deal with. This is a wrong conception," says Dr. Auto.
Dr. James Auto then called on the cooperation from the public to tackle the disease.
Source: Solomon times
Police Officers Congratulated by Commissioner
This morning Acting Police Commissioner Peter Marshall officially congratulated three SIPF officers and their RAMSI Advisor for performing with excellence.
The officers from the Emergency Management and Special Events Planning (EMSEP) Unit have worked tirelessly with a range of operational units, Government agencies and the community on matters of significant interest to the safety and security of Solomon Islands.
EMSEP has planned and coordinated major operations and training exercises such as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester visit, the response to the Tsunami, parliament operations, Independence Celebrations and Trade Show operations.
Acting Commissioner Marshall presented Sergeant George Paikai, Constable Jerry Akentara, Constable Miltus Fomani and RAMSI PPF Advisor Scott Cobern with certificates during the Police Parade this morning.
"These officers have undertaken difficult tasks within defined timeframes and have produced effective and efficient operational planning.
"On behalf of the Solomon Islands Police Force Executive and the entire Police Force, I would like to congratulate the officers for their success and excellent police work," he said.
Source: Solomon times
The officers from the Emergency Management and Special Events Planning (EMSEP) Unit have worked tirelessly with a range of operational units, Government agencies and the community on matters of significant interest to the safety and security of Solomon Islands.
EMSEP has planned and coordinated major operations and training exercises such as the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester visit, the response to the Tsunami, parliament operations, Independence Celebrations and Trade Show operations.
Acting Commissioner Marshall presented Sergeant George Paikai, Constable Jerry Akentara, Constable Miltus Fomani and RAMSI PPF Advisor Scott Cobern with certificates during the Police Parade this morning.
"These officers have undertaken difficult tasks within defined timeframes and have produced effective and efficient operational planning.
"On behalf of the Solomon Islands Police Force Executive and the entire Police Force, I would like to congratulate the officers for their success and excellent police work," he said.
Source: Solomon times
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