“Both physical education and participation in athletics are critical to the physical and mental development of our young children, and we must make these accessible to them”.

These are the words of Prime Minister Commodore Voreqe Bainimarama while opening the FMF Chow Games at the TFL National Stadium this morning.

Commodore Bainimarama added that the Education Ministry is working very closely with the Fiji Primary Schools Athletics Association, in trying to provide the students with basic fitness as well as equip them with team work and critical skills through participation in sports.

Looking at the medal tally, the defending champions Suva have stamped their mark as they lead in the girls division, with 3 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze, second is Nasinu with 3 gold and third is Bua with 2 gold and 1 silver.

In the boys division, Suva also lead with 3 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze, second is Nadroga/Navosa with 2 gold, 2 silver and 2 bronze and third is Lautoka with 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze.

Currently underway at the TFL National Stadium is the finals of the 75 metres.


Story by: Selina Navuso