BY JOY OFASIA
The under 14 school football championship is now taking place at Lawson Tama National Stadium in Honiara, with more than 20 schools from the city joining the competition.
Young boys and girls are showing their skills on the field as they compete in different matches during the three-day event.
The tournament is an important step for finding new talent for future national football programs in the Solomon Islands.
Speaking to RAW SPORTS Honiara Football Association president Dekon Trevor Kuong said he is happy with the young players taking part in the event. “There are so many young talented players that have come out to play and will make the selections easy for the upcoming program.” He added that this shows the future of football in the country is very bright.
He also thanked parents, schools, and sports teachers for supporting the event and allowing students to take part. “I would like to thank all parents for allowing their children to participate in this event, and also for all school management and sports masters thank you so much for coming out with each schools, without you this event will not be successful.” The event runs from 7 to 9 April and continues to help build football development in schools across Honiara.
Organisers hope the tournament will continue every year to support young footballers and strengthen the national team in the future across all schools in Solomon Islands nation wide.
