BY TONY IROGA UFUNONI
Floorball Federation of Solomon Islands (FFSI) is set to host its Fundraising drive tomorrow at KG Heights in East Honiara tomorrow in support of the national 3×3 team’s journey to compete at the upcoming World Floorball Championships scheduled for June 12 to 14 in San Lorenzo, Spain.
The fundraising initiative aims to assist players and officials with travel, accommodation, and other preparations ahead of the international tournament, where the Solomon Islands team will proudly represent the country on the world stage.
Speaking to Island Sun yesterday, floorball senior athlete Nyrick Zuna said the event will also provide an opportunity for supporters, families, and the wider community to rally behind the national side as they prepare for one of their biggest international appearances.
“As part of the fundraising initiative, FFSI will be selling delicious $200 food baskets packed with a variety of tasty foods for supporters and the public to enjoy while contributing towards the team’s international campaign,” Zuna said.
Zuna said every food order will help support the team’s journey and represents community spirit and unity.
He said the fundraising drive is not only aims to assist the team in travelling to Spain, but is also to uplift sport through generous giving, financial support, community uplift, shared purpose, and is also to help through sport development initiatives.
“Only 30 baskets will be available, and members of the public are encouraged to place their orders early. To place orders, interested supporters can contact 7269435 or 7782660,” he said.
He is calling on businesses, supporters, and the public to come forward and support the team’s campaign as they prepare to fly the Solomon Islands flag in Europe next month in Spain.
“Our national team, known as the Basiotos, recently competed in the AOFC World Floorball Championship Qualifiers in Willington, New Zealand, January this year,” he said.
He said they also achieved a historic milestone by securing their first ever international win, defeating Hong Kong China 8-1 to finishing in 9th place.
“In the men’s competition, Solomon Islands will compete in Group B against Ukraine, Iceland, Côte d’Ivoire, and 2024 champions Latvia,” he said.
He said the women’s team is also drawn in Group B and will face former champions Finland, along with Italy, Iceland, and the United States.
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