Kokomos prepare to reclaim Queensland title

THE Queensland Papua New Guinea Kokomos are out to regain pride in the upcoming QLD Pacific Island Cultural Carnival (QPICC) tournament next week.
The tournament kicks off on Friday at the Bill Norris Oval, Beenleigh, Queensland, Australia.
The Kokomos are coached by former Kumul Elias Paiyo and include former PNG Kumuls Steve Franciscus and Sebastian Pandia.
Coach and selector Paiyo said his side were determined to win the title after coming close last year.
“We are looking at regaining the QPICC title after losing it to the Maoris in the final last year,” Paiyo said.
The former Kumul half said the selection process had been challenging given the number of eligible players.
“The selection process was difficult given that many of our young players have now developed to the point where they are challenging our more experienced players for the limited positions in the team.”
Kokomos: Mark Matthies, Sebastian Pandia, Shaun Wickham, Cameron Boga, Eli Wickham, LJ Waddups, Daniel Russell, Chris Aiton, Francis Han, Philip Anthon Komboi, Bradley English, Robbie Fletcher, Harry Lohia, Michael Dodi, Sioeli Filianga, Jonathan Ilau, Richard Tengdui, Bill Manuhu, Kepo Samuels, Emmaus Wartovo, Alex Ambia, Joe Frank Seeto, Keiran English and Hosaia Wartovo.