Day: September 22, 2021
NRL backflips on snubbing
Kumul primed … Papua New Guinea international Justin Olam celebrating his try in the Melbourne Storm’s 40-12 win over the Manly Sea Eagles in week one of the finals at […]
Hard work pays off for recalled Barramundi Vagi-Morea
BOWLER Kabua Vagi-Morea says he has had to work hard to reclaim a spot in the Kumul Petroleum Papua New Guinea Barramundis squad after a five-year hiatus. “My family got […]
Sab leads Dragon’s rout of Crows
By JACK AMI PLAYMAKER Jasfinda Sab scored four tries and kicked two goals for a personal haul of 20 points in Gabutu Dragons’ 24-0 shutout of 6-Mile Crows in Port […]
Blacks thrash Raiders in Southers Super League
MORESBY South Blacks recorded the biggest Southern Super League win with a 50-18 defeat of visiting Rigo Raiders in round four of the inaugural season on Saturday. Blacks posted nine […]
Wabo: I’m grateful to Lae Tigers
By PATRICIA KEAMO FULLBACK Sonny Wabo says he is grateful to Lae Tigers for giving him the opportunity to continue his education while playing rugby league with the Digicel Cup […]
Referees urged to uphold values
PRESIDENT John Kapi Natto has urged referees to uphold the Papua New Guinea Football Association’s values when carrying out their duties on the pitch. He made these remarks during the […]
BFPNG to announce train-on squads
THE Basketball Federation of Papua New Guinea will soon announce its train-on squads for the upcoming international tournaments, according to an official. Federation president Karo Lelai told The National following […]
Murray Barracks hosts military wives tournament
By ROBINSON LEKA MURRAY Barracks hosted a military wives sports tournament last week with six Port Moresby-based units competing in the three-day event. Coordinator Margaret Bare told The National that […]
Former national touch rep Yore challenges foundation
By PATRICIA KEAMO FORMER national touch representative Vavine Yore has challenged Papua New Guinea Sports Foundation to create a more conducive environment for athletes. Now managing PNG High Performance Sport’s […]
NRL reacts to backlash
AUSTRALIA’S National Rugby League (NRL) has reportedly backflipped and invited Papua New Guinea international Justin Olam to next week’s Dally M Awards after initially snubbing the Melbourne Storm star centre. […]