BY ELTON LONARATHA JNR
The MALANGO Women’s Football Club (MFC) has expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Honourable Peter Shanel Agovaka, Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, for his timely and generous support during their campaign at the second edition of the Guadalcanal Football Association (GFA) Women’s Championship, currently underway in East Honiara.
As the week-long tournament unfolds at the DC Park, the MFC team is not only grateful for the Agovaka family’s hospitality but also for the substantial cash donation of $2500 provided by the MP for Central Guadalcanal. Team captain Jemina David and her teammates are energized by the support, which has boosted their morale as they continue their journey in the championship.
In a statement released by the club, they shared: “We are immensely thankful to Honourable Peter Shanel Agovaka and his family for their incredible support. Their donation and hospitality have made a significant difference to our team, and we are determined to showcase our skills and represent our community with pride.”
The club also extended their appreciation to the MP for Vulolo Ward for a separate $500 cash donation and the MPA for Malango Ward for their ongoing support, which has further fueled their passion and motivation.
MFC has had a strong start to the GFA Women’s Championship, with impressive results so far. They commenced their campaign with a dominant 6-0 victory over Dusty FC, followed by another convincing 6-0 win against East Frigates FC. Their resilience was tested in a close match against Nahonia’ar FC, which resulted in a narrow 1-0 defeat. However, the team quickly bounced back with a spirited 3-1 win over Northern Forest FC.
As the tournament progresses, MFC remains focused and ambitious. With a total of six teams vying for the title, the competition is fierce, and MFC is committed to giving their all.
“We are thrilled with our performance so far, and we aim to keep the momentum going. The support we have received has been incredible, and we are determined to make our community proud,” shared a club spokesperson.
The MFC’s statement concludes with a sentiment of gratitude and a call for continued support for women’s football: “We are deeply thankful to our supporters, who have believed in us and empowered us. We hope that our journey inspires others to rally behind women’s sports and help us break new ground.”
