Fiji Association of Sport & National Olympic Committee

ACE Educator Training Successfully Concludes

After five days of learning, collaboration, and growth, the ACE Educator Training came to a close yesterday at the FASANOC Office.

Held from 15–19 June, the training brought together 17 participants from across various sports and organisations, all committed to strengthening their knowledge and skills as athlete educators.

Throughout the week, participants engaged in interactive sessions, shared experiences, and explored key topics aimed at supporting athlete development and wellbeing. The programme concluded with participant assessments conducted by the trainers, providing an opportunity for each individual to demonstrate the knowledge and skills gained during the training.

Congratulations to all participants for their dedication and commitment throughout the week, and a big vinaka vakalevu to our trainers for guiding and supporting the learning journey.

We look forward to seeing our new ACE Educators make a positive impact within their sporting communities and continue empowering athletes across Fiji.

🇫🇯 Team Fiji- Upcoming Commonwealth Games Events

As our journey to Glasgow continues, we would like to remind all selected athletes, coaches, managers, and team officials of the upcoming Team Fiji activities:

Motibhai Hygiene Pack Handover
24 June 2026
10:00 AM
FASANOC Office

Team Assembly
4 July 2026
8:30 AM – 1:00 PMPacific Theological
University, Nasese

iTatau Ceremony
8 July 2026
Venue and time to be later advised

These gatherings are an important part of bringing Team Fiji together as we prepare to proudly represent our nation at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

We look forward to seeing all selected Team members there as we continue building towards the Games as one team.

Our ACE Champions were fully immersed in learning during Day 2 and Day 3 of the Athletes Educators (ACE) Training. 🙌

Through engaging discussions, group activities, and shared experiences, participants continued to build their knowledge and confidence as athlete educators.

It’s been great to see the enthusiasm, teamwork, and commitment shown throughout the training as our ACE Champions prepare to make a positive impact within their sporting communities. 🏅✨

Join FASANOC on Saturday, 27 June at Albert Park, Suva as we celebrate Olympic Day 2026 under the global theme "Let's Move". Enjoy the popular Vuvale Bootcamp, try a variety of sports, meet athletes, explore NFL Flag Football on the road to Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, and take part in fun activities for all ages.

Participation is FREE, with limited Olympic Day t-shirts available for early registrations. Bring your family, friends, and teammates and be part of a day celebrating movement, inclusion, and the Olympic spirit.

Let's Move. You Can Do This.

The ACE Educators Course got underway yesterday afternoon, bringing together 15 participants committed to making a positive impact in schools and communities across Fiji.

The training commenced with a welcome address from FASANOC CEO Vanessa Kilner, who acknowledged the important role ACE Champions play in promoting Olympic values, education, and community engagement throughout the country. She encouraged participants to make the most of the opportunity to refresh their knowledge, strengthen their skills, and continue inspiring positive change in the communities they serve.

Led by trainers Fesaitu Mario, Makelesi Bulikiobo, and Josaia Tuinamata Koro, the course is designed to strengthen and upskill ACE Champions, ensuring they are equipped to continue delivering engaging and impactful outreach programmes.

With nearly five years since the last ACE training was conducted, this course provides an important opportunity for both active and returning ACE Champions to complete re-licensing requirements, refresh their knowledge, and further develop their skills as educators and community leaders.

Over the coming days, participants will gain practical tools and valuable insights to support their work in schools and communities, helping to extend the reach and impact of the ACE Programme across Fiji.

We wish all participants a successful training and look forward to seeing them continue to inspire and educate young people through sport and the Olympic values.

Team Fiji

Fiji, Niue and Vanuatu have named their teams for the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, which kick off on 23 July.

A number of island nation's have also released some of their team makeups as final preparations for the event heats up.

Fiji has the biggest squad so far out of all the island teams that have confirmed their numbers, with 58 athletes heading to Scotland.

🔗Read Iliesa Tora's full story, linked below.

FASANOC held a Board of Management meeting yesterday evening where agenda items included the introduction of two new Vice Presidents who were elected at the AGA held 29 April.
Team Fiji to the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games was presented seeking the BoM approval.

FASANOC Announces Final Team Fiji Delegation for the 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Fiji Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee (FASANOC) is pleased to officially announce the athletes and team officials selected to represent Team Fiji at the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from 23 July to 2 August 2026.

Following an extensive selection and justification process undertaken by the FASANOC Selection Justification Committee (SJC), and subsequent approval by the FASANOC Executive Board and the FASANOC Board of Management, Team Fiji will travel to Glasgow with a delegation of 58 members, representing eight sports.

The final team reflects the commitment of FASANOC and National Federations to uphold a transparent, fair and performance-based selection process. Each athlete was assessed against the approved FASANOC Selection Criteria, sport-specific qualification standards and, where applicable, Commonwealth Games qualification requirements.

Team Fiji will compete in the following sports:

• Athletics
• Basketball 3x3
• Boxing
• Bowling
• Judo
• Para Athletics
• Swimming
• Weightlifting



Three sports secured qualification through direct qualification pathways or bipartite invitations:

• Basketball 3x3 (Men’s)
• Basketball 3x3 (Women’s)
• Para Athletics
• Weightlifting



FASANOC Secretary General-CEO Vanessa Kilner congratulated the athletes selected to represent Fiji.
“On behalf of FASANOC, I congratulate every athlete and official selected. Earning the opportunity to represent our nation at the Commonwealth Games is a significant achievement that reflects years of dedication, discipline and sacrifice.

We also acknowledge the National Federations, coaches, support staff, families and partners who have contributed to the athletes’ journey. We are confident Team Fiji will represent our nation with pride, integrity and excellence in Glasgow.”

FASANOC also acknowledged the athletes who were not selected despite their commitment throughout the qualification period. The organisation thanked them for their dedication and encouraged them to continue striving towards future international competitions.

As Team Fiji enters its final preparation phase, FASANOC calls on all Fijians to rally behind the team as they prepare to compete against the Commonwealth’s best athletes.

Team Fiji will depart our shores in waves; Basketball, Bowls and Swimming will depart Nadi on 20 July while Athletics and Weightlifting will depart Nadi on 22 July.
Boxing will depart Nadi on 4 July for a training camp in Ireland.

ENDS

While Team Fiji prepares for Glasgow 2026, another exciting journey is underway as Fiji's U17 Girls Futsal Team begins its preparations for the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal.

Following months of nationwide scouting and talent identification, a squad of 14 promising young athletes has been selected to continue training towards the Games. The team will participate in a series of training camps throughout the year as they work towards final squad selection and international competition.

Head Coach Jose Gerardo and his coaching staff remain committed to developing a team built on discipline, resilience, teamwork, and fair play as they prepare to represent Fiji on the world stage.

The road to Dakar is just beginning, and these young athletes are ready to embrace the challenge ahead.

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50 Days to Go!

Team Fiji is preparing to proudly represent our nation at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games