Th Namea Rugby Nines Cup hosted in Aipeana village, in West Mekeo, Kakruku, over the weekend has unleashed talents identified in tbe week-long footy tournament that attracted 50 teams across the district.
Mekeo Local Level Government President Edward Kekele described the tournament very promising in uniting youths in the week-long sporting activity.
” The Namea Cup did really brought unity amongst all the youths and locals of the Mekeo LLG through this tournament.”
He commended the youths of Aipeana who drastically changed their behavior through this Rugby Nines tournament.
” Whilst showcasing true sportsmanship on the field, I witnessed the youths of Aipeana who supported the staging of the tournament and were there to watch the games.”
He said alcohol related issues that had remained a norm for the youths of Aipeana was never seen and commended the youths for their well-behaved manner during the tournamen.
He commended the youths of Aipeana and Inauwi who were common with their notorious habits in disturbing such events with their bushknives and home-made guns.
” For the first time, this has not happened, and I commend and acknowledge the youths for demonstrating a peaceful atmosphere for the people to enjoy the rugby nines tournament.”
He said this sort of sports programs be continued in every village of Mekeo to engage youths in sports.
He acknowledged the local MP for Kairuku Peter Namea Isoaimo in fully supporting the tournament at a value of K70,000 funded directly under the Kairuku District Development Authority’s Community Law and Justice sector funds.
Isoaimo who also is the Minister for Energy emphasized the importance of sports as a vehicle for youth development and empowerment.
The Namea Cup is more than just a competition, it connected people, brought communities together, showcased unity, talent and pride in true sportsmanship.
