LELEAN Memorial School’s Vereniki Tikoisolomone won the 200 metres senior boys during the Triple N Zone at the ANZ Stadium in Suva yesterday.
The Qamea, Taveuni lad said running for Lelean was an honour and also a foundation for him to stamp his mark in the athletics arena.
“I spent the last few years in Taveuni and I was also chosen to be part of our squad for the Coke Games but I was member of the Holy Cross 7s team that toured overseas and I chose that from athletics, but now I am giving my all and try to win a gold medal.
“It feels good to be here and also seeing the level of competition getting tougher and now I will try and improve my skills, time and hope to win gold,”Tikoisolomone said.
The 19-year-old thanked his parents and friends for supporting him as he prepares for the Coke Games.
Lelean’s Apolosi Ranawai won the inter boys 200 metres and hopes to improve his time as he prepares for the Coke Games.
The 17-year-old Nausau, Ra thanked the Almighty for giving him the strength and giving him another chance to prove himself.
“Last year’s final I had a break start and I was heartbroken to miss out in the final, but this year will be a new year for me,” Ranawai said.
Lomaivuna High School is banking on their gold medallist prospect for this year’ 2017 Coca-Cola Games. 20-year-old Peni Turua won the senior boys 800 metres during the Triple N Zone at the ANZ Stadium yesterday.
“This is my third year and I haven’t given up.
“I have been training from last year and trying to improve my time so seeing my performance today I was really happy but the work hasn’t finished as I look forward to the Coke Games,” Turua said.
The Nasautoka, Wainibuka lad thanked his teachers for helping him with his training.
“Training for me wasn’t tough as I had a lot of support from my family and friends and I know the competition will be tough this year so I am looking forward,” he said.
Getting a new training gear was his main priority as he concentrates on his training and he looks up to his supporters to motivate him
14-year-old Makereta Atelaite described her first experience as scary having to run in front of thousands of people.
“It was a little bit difficult for me to adapt to the zone especially when running in front of the crowd.
“When I was ready for the final I said a little prayer and asked the Lord to guide me so I used the bible verse Philippines 4:13 to motivate me,” Atelaite said.
The Wallis and Futuna lass who has maternal links to Viria is hoping to win a gold medal.
