Winning silver in the women’s 55kg category on Monday was a life-changing event for 18-year-old Lorah Maelosia. The rising youngster clinched three silver medals for the Solomon Islands at Maranatha Hall, finishing second behind her icon and trainer Jenly Wini.
The famous and iconic Solomon Islands veteran broadcaster and commentator, Bartholomew Basia widely known as ‘Bart’ wishes Team Solomon all the best as the 17th Pacific Games kicks off in Honiara.
As the country is well on its way to delivering one of the most successful continental multi-sport events for Oceania countries and territories, (the XVII Pacific Games), Prime Minister and Minister responsible for this year’s Pacific Games, Hon.
Solomon Islands most prolific athlete Jenlyn Tegu will be the country’s official flag bearer for Team Solomon at the XVII Pacific Games 2023 opening ceremony set to open on Sunday 19th, November 2023 at the National Stadium.
They stand out with their bright yellow shirts and big smiles. Volunteers are helping to bring the Pacific Games to life in the Solomon Islands. From meeting and greeting athletes to providing specialist support services, their role is key to making the sporting event a success.
Inspired by her father Eddie Donga, who is a local Weightlifting Coach and Trainer in Solomon Islands, Rowena Donga, 15, has been diligently preparing herself to represent the country in the highly-anticipated Pacific Games 2023, in Honiara.
With just four days remaining before the official opening ceremony of the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, the first female Powerlifter from Solomon Islands, Vicky Maomaiasi is confident and hopes to snatch gold in her second appearance, in the 17th edition of the Pacific Games powerlifting…
As the Pacific Games 2023 approaches, Solomon Islands Basketball sensation, Max Grantham eagerly anticipates the opening game this Friday against Samoa, aiming for victory on the court and to give back to his country on home soil.
Solomon Islands’ senior Women’s Football team captain, Ileen Pegi, shares her fervent anticipation for the upcoming 2023 Pacific Games. With a legacy of past triumphs, including securing a bronze at the 2022 Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Women’s Nations Cup, Pegi shows excitement about the…
Team Vanuatu has arrived for the Pacific Games in Honiara with hopes of uplifting the spirit of their nation following challenges faced with the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Lola.
Leader of Opposition Hon Matthew Wale has welcomed all the Pacific Islands athletes and delegates for the Pacific Games in Honiara. Pacific islands athletes and officials have started arriving into the country this week with more arriving in the coming days.
Solomon Islands Professional Boxer, and Australia’s adopted son, Lemuel Silisia said the victory from his second professional fight over the weekend is a testament to his steadfast faith in God and for the continuous support through unceasing prayers from elders in his home village of Laugwata,…
In a heartfelt message broadcasted on the Talk Back Show at SIBC yesterday, Chairman of the Pacific Games 2023 National Hosting Authority (NHA) Dr. Jimmie Rodgers, rallied the citizens of the Solomon Islands to stand united as the 17th Pacific Games draw near.
Local Powerlifting athlete, Josiah Maefonea from Kwara’ae, Malaita Province said he is all set to leave a permanent mark at the upcoming 17th Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Josiah’s path to this monumental event was not a straight line.
Additional members of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) landed in Honiara on Wednesday ahead of the 17th Pacific Games set to start in Honiara in a week’s time.
“My aim in this 17th edition of the Pacific Games is to win Gold for Solomon Islands.” These are the words of Solomon Islands Men’s Hockey 5s player, Nyrick Zuna. Solomon Islands have played hockey since the 1970s.
Niue’s flagbearer Ramsi Carol Litomatala Kose Edwards will have more than one reason to be proud of than just representing and being the centrepiece during the opening ceremony for her country at the 2023 Pacific Games.
With the much-anticipated 17th Pacific Games drawing near in the Solomon Islands, a vibrant synergy of community spirit and local talent graces the artistic landscape.
Celia Pentani Hone, a vibrant and driven Primary Teacher from the Western and Isabel province in the Solomon Islands, is eager for her upcoming role as a volunteer at the 17th Pacific Games.
Local athletes who will represent the country in the upcoming Pacific Games took part in their final team bonding session over the weekend in Honiara. This is a very important program for the athletes and the rest of the Solomon Islands contingents as they prepare to represent the country in the…
