THE long-awaited inter-secondary school sports carnival for all Western Province schools will be hosted next year, marking a major comeback for one of the province’s most celebrated youth events. Provincial Sports Coordinator, Jim Ben, confirmed the revival during a recent meeting with Physical Education teachers on Monday. “Preparations are already underway under the leadership of the Western Sport Division.”…
In a thrilling show of skills and teamwork the Jogran netball team from Sasamuqa emerged victorious at the fundraising event in Pangoe village, Northeast Choiseul. The team clinched the championship title after defeating its rival team Osa blue with a final score of 11-8. The netball championship concluded with Osa blue taking a well-earned second…
Noro Kungfu Club in Western Province successfully hosted its 2025 grading ceremony over the weekend marking another milestone in the history of the Solomon Islands Kungfu movement. The event, held on September 26 and 27, brought together students, invited guests, and supporters, with special recognition given to Sifu Sam Alasia for his ongoing support. Assistant Sifu and Chief Instructor…
Thirty (30) teachers from Western Province have been awarded certificates after completing a week-long Physical Education (PE) capacity-building training in Gizo, which wrapped up on Friday. The program was described as a milestone for both education and sports development in Western Province and Solomon Islands as a whole, drawing praise from participants, facilitators, and education leaders. Speaking at the…
A total of 66 local coaches and officials in Choiseul Province have been accredited as qualified community coaches and officials after completing an intensive training program under the Oceania Sport Education Program (OSEP). The group comprising both male and female coaches was the first in the province to achieve this qualification. The training was conducted…
Luke Haga once again reigned supreme, winning his third consecutive 100m title at the 2025 National Athletics Championship, which concluded in Honiara last week. Representing his home province of Makira Ulawa, Haga sprinted to gold with a time of 10.75 seconds, finishing ahead of Junior David and Antony Rikimae. Speaking to Star Sports, Haga praised…
The Super League defending champions Central Coast Football Club dominated Kossa FC in a thrilling match, securing a 5-0 victory over KOSSA FC on Saturday at the Lawson Tama stadium. The game showcased Central Coast’s exceptional skills, with the team controlling the tempo and creating numerous scoring opportunities. Kossa FC struggled to find their footing,…
Solomon Islands goalkeeper James Do’oro has celebrated his first league title with Fijian giants Rewa FC in his debut season. The 29-year-old shot-stopper has been a standout for the Delta Tigers, playing a key role in helping them secure back-to-back Extra Super Premier League titles with a game to spare. Speaking to Star Sports, Do’oro said he was delighted to lift his…
The Solomon Islands national futsal team, Kurukuru, have reasserted their dominance in Oceania after ending a six-year drought to claim their seventh OFC Futsal Men’s Nations Cup title on Wednesday in Suva. Gone are the days of legendary names like Elliott Ragomo, Jack Whitney, James Egeta, and others who once brought pride and joy to fans at home and…
Rising Fustal star Jayroll Patty who scooped the Man of the Match (MOTM) award in the final showdown against Tuvalu on Wednesday in Fiji has expressed pride for being recognised as the player of the final match. He described the feeling as a proud moment for his sporting journey. The young lad is part of…