Nikao Sokattak Football Club - NSFC

💛❤️ CELEBRATING OUR CLUB – THANK YOU NSFC FAMILY! ❤️💛

As we wrap up the Round Cup and head into the Knockout Cup, it’s a perfect time to pause and recognise just how far we’ve come together.

So often, we jump straight to the results the wins, the losses, the points for and against. But sometimes, the biggest victory is simply getting to the field.

At Nikao Sokattak Football Club, we want to say a massive thank you to everyone who makes this journey possible:

🙌 Our Players – from 6 to 50 years old, you are the heartbeat of NSFC. Thank you for showing up to trainings and games, for balancing school, work, dancing, church, other sports, and still giving your best every week. We appreciate every bit of your commitment and effort.

💫 Aunty Macan and Aunty Mau – you are the glue that holds this club together. From washing uniforms and feeding teams to attending meetings and quietly making everything run smoothly, you bring small moments of magic to our village through football. Most will never know what it actually takes.

👟 Our Coaches, Managers & Executive – Dean & Louise, Navin & Aunty Kimi, JP & Mel, Apii & Amber, Courtney, Alex & Angela, Macan & Sean. Your time, patience, and dedication to development have been incredible. You’ve guided, supported, and inspired growth in every team. It’s not always easy, but it’s what makes sport great, the excitement, the disappointment, the learning, and the love of the game.

This season, we’ve seen huge steps forward in player development, team connection, and club spirit. The competition results are just the reflection of that growth:

🏆 U18 Men – Champions
🥈 Senior Men – 2nd Place
🥈 U15 Boys – 2nd Place (on goal difference)

Every single team has something to be proud of, on and off the pitch.

As we move into the Knockout Cup, remember: it’s not just about results, it’s about the journey, the growth, and the people who make it all possible.

Thank you, NSFC family. Players, coaches, parents, volunteers, supporters, and fans for another amazing competition. Let’s go! ❤️💛

It's been a busy football week for Nikao Sokattak Football Club - NSFC why not come down and support the U15 girls and the Premier Mens teams today.

The U15 boys did a good job yesterday with a significant win. The Senior Women went down 0-2. With only 9 players they but in a good show.

Come down today and get behind our team and watch more football action.

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝟴 & 𝗨𝟭𝟬 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀!

It's been quite a season for our youngest Sokattak stars! 💛❤️

At the end of the second round, they are still going strong.

👏 U10s showed real promise, taking the lead against Tupapa before going down 4–2. Some fantastic saves were made along the way, and the team continues to grow in confidence each week.

💪 U8s battled bravely in their 9–0 result, with some fearless players stepping up to try their hand in goal. Most importantly, the kids kept smiling, learning, and having fun together as a team, that’s what grassroots football is all about!

⚽️ Bring on Round 3… we can’t wait to see these young footballers back in action.

📅𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟮: 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟮𝟵/𝟵/𝟮𝟱, due to the Prince of Wales.

We hope all our kids enjoy their special experience at the event—see you all Monday!

Come on Nikao, come down to Takitumu today and support our teams.

𝗥𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝟳 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 – 𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗸𝗮 𝗙𝗖

Saturday at CIFA HQ brought another exciting day of football for Nikao.

U15 Girls kicked off the day with a well-fought battle against Titikaveka FC. The girls continued to show a strong desire to play forward with control and possession, and the weekly rotation of goalkeepers gives them the chance to see the game from different perspectives. Despite some long balls and speed getting through, the girls should be proud of their effort and ongoing development. Every game is a building block for the future! Final score 0 - 4

The Senior Women’s Team stacked up well against Titikaveka, building on last week’s close match. Jennifer Akavi found the net from a perfectly placed Esther Kamoe corner to level the score at 1–1. From there, both teams battled across the pitch with determination, and NSFC secured a valuable point.

The Premier Men showed improved control and off-the-ball movement, making the difference this week. The men dominated the day and chalked up a 5–0 victory, with sharp attacking play keeping Titikaveka on the back foot throughout.

Next up, NSFC hits the road for midweek matches at Aretere Park vs Avatiu:
📅 Thursday, 4 Sept – U15 Boys 4:00–5:05pm | Senior Women 5:10–6:45pm
📅 Friday, 5 Sept – U15 Girls 4:00–5:05pm | Premier Men 5:10–6:45pm

Come along, support the teams, and watch our players continue to grow and shine on the pitch!

Photo Credit: CIFA Media

𝗨𝟭𝟴 𝗠𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 – 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗸 𝘃𝘀 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗸𝗮 𝗙𝗖

Wednesday evening at Takitumu School field saw Nikao U18 men line up against Titikaveka FC in a well-contested clash. Kick-off came a little later than planned, but that didn’t unsettle either side as both teams looked sharp from the start.

Nikao found their stride early, with Tamuera Newnham opening the scoring to set the tone. From there, Sokattak settled into an improved possession game, keeping the ball moving with confidence. While there’s still more room to refine this style, it’s an exciting sign of the team’s growth and the club’s future.

Titikaveka pushed hard, breaking through the back line on several occasions and earning a penalty, only to be denied by the crossbar. At the other end, Mareva Pierre proved safe hands in goal, showing maturity and growth in his game.

Derek Doherty was a standout, constantly finding dangerous spaces, threading confident passes to unlock the defense, and putting in strong defensive shifts, winning crucial balls centrally and launching counter-attacks. His efforts were rewarded with a well-deserved goal to cap off a strong performance.

In the end, Nikao’s composure and attacking flair shone through, sealing a 5–0 victory with goals from Tamuera Newnham (4) and Derek Doherty (1).

With moments of real quality and growing confidence across the park, this U18 squad is shaping up as one to watch as the season progresses.

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗻'𝘀 - 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 | 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗸 𝗙𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮-𝗡𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗖

The NSFC Premier Men were back on the pitch this weekend against a familiar Matavera-Ngatangiia side in what proved to be an exciting second-round clash.

It was Nikao who struck first—Teono Aberahama continued his fine form in front of goal, opening the scoring and once again proving why he’s been such a consistent threat this season. Playing alongside his brother Nathan, the duo’s speed and ability to link up disrupted play for the opposition.

Matavera-Ngatangiia pulled one back to level things, but before the half-time whistle, U18s standout Tamuera Newnham stepped up for the senior side and slotted home Nikao’s second goal.

The second half, however, swung in favour of the opposition as they netted twice to take the lead. To make matters tougher, Nooti Peau’s sustained an injury, which meant Nikao finished the game with 10 men, but the side showed resilience to hold the line and stop any further damage.

Full time: Nikao 2 – 3 Matavera-Ngatangiia.

Not the result the team wanted, but there are plenty of positives to build on. The men know the level they’re capable of, and with more consistency, they’ll be right back to being the force we all know them to be.

Photo Credit - CIFA Media

𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 - 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 | 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗸 𝗙𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮-𝗡𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗖

Our NSFC Senior Women’s team put on a solid performance at Nikao Field this weekend in their clash with Matavera-Ngatangiia.

There was a great vibe around the pitch, helped by the energy of playing at home and looking sharp in pink and blue. With a couple of senior players missing, the team carried on.
The game was tight, and for much of it, it looked like the women might sn**ch a well-earned point. But football can be cruel, and a ricochet off a defender’s bun looped over the goalkeeper to seal the 0–1 result.

Still, the signs are promising. The team is starting to close the gap, and with the U15 girls stepping up and bringing technical and tactical sharpness, the future is looking bright.

Jennifer Akavi caused plenty of problems on the left wing with her runs and crosses, and on another day those chances may find the net. The Matavera-Ngatangiia keeper managed some key saves, but the momentum is building.

This result may not have delivered points, but the trajectory is clear—keep this up, and it won’t be long before our Senior Women get the results they deserve.

🔥 𝗨𝟭𝟱 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀 - 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽 | 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗸𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗸 𝗙𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮-𝗡𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗖 🔥

Saturday at Nikao Field was filled with energy, laughter, and goals – starting with our U15 Girls under the hot midday sun. With a full roster and even a U12 stepping up into the subs, the team was in a strong position right from the whistle.

True to form, the girls brought their trademark humour and smiles into their pre-match routine – and carried that spirit straight onto the pitch. ⚽️

𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Tia Pitomaki opened the scoring in style, netting the first of her hat-trick.

Ever-reliable To’oa Mouauri, always hustling up front, followed soon after.

Hefrani Nasimullu struck twice in quick succession, showing her sharpness in front of goal.

Before the halftime break, Pitomaki slotted home her second, giving Nikao a commanding 5–0 lead.

𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗳 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲
The girls didn’t let up – they kept their momentum, adding another 4 goals. Matavera fought hard, but the Sokattak pressure proved too strong, shutting down their chances to create opportunities.

What stood out most was how the team’s hard work in training is now showing on the field. Their technical and tactical growth under Coach Courtney Napa, now in her third season with the squad, is clear.

💛❤️ And the highlight? All three Nasimullu sisters got on the scoresheet – something you don’t see every day!

𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗲: 𝟵–𝟬 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗖 𝗨𝟭𝟱 𝗚𝗶𝗿𝗹𝘀
⚽️ Goals:

Tia Pitomaki (3)
To’oa Mouauri (1)
Hefrani Nasimullu (2)
Elani Nasimullu (1)
Reingina Nasimullu (1)

👏🏽 A massive well done to the girls – their growth, energy, and team spirit are shining brighter each week.

Here’s the table after one full round of competition. With three more rounds still to play, there’s plenty of football ahead — will the standings shift? Stay tuned.

This data has been gathered the old-fashioned way, by a human. And while we’ve done our best, sometimes humans make mistakes. If you spot anything that needs amending, please let us know.
“Kindness is loaning someone your strength instead of reminding them of their weakness.”

𝗨𝟭𝟴 𝗠𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 – 𝗡𝗦𝗙𝗖 𝘃𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮-𝗡𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗶𝗮

On Wednesday afternoon at Takitumu School, the U18 Men’s clash was one of real uncertainty, an encounter that could have swung either way. Both sides entered the match determined, and the intent was clear from the opening whistle.

Teata Tetava gave NSFC the early edge, striking twice from the left flank in the first half. His second goal, however, came only after sustained pressure and resilience, as the score remained locked at 1–1 then 2-2 for much of the game. Matavera-Ngatangiia showed their quality, pressing forward and creating opportunities of their own, but NSFC’s defensive structure stood tall.

At the back, goalkeeper Mareva Pierre was a steady presence, commanding his box with authority and producing several crucial saves that kept the team in the contest. His organisation from the back line gave NSFC the platform to withstand the pressure and build forward.

The decisive moment came through Taina Raina, whose tireless work across the pitch did not go unnoticed. He was everywhere. Breaking up play, supporting in attack, and driving the team on. His reward came in the form of the third and final goal, sealing a hard-fought 3–2 victory for NSFC.

With key players still away on other commitments, this group continues to find ways to deliver. Goals, points, and the ability to stay at the top of the table speak volumes about their effort, resilience, and belief. The credit belongs not just to the goalscorers, but to the collective spirit this team shows.