BY RICHARD MENANOPO
The Solomon Islands Football Federation (SIFF) has shortlisted more than 40 young footballers following a competitive round of open Under-19 men’s trials held this week at the SIFF Academy.
The selected players were announced by SIFF after Tuesday’s assessment matches, with successful players invited to return for another trial session on Thursday as the federation continues its search for the country’s next generation of football talent.
SIFF said the open trials attracted strong interest from eligible footballers born in 2007, with players given the opportunity to showcase their skills, pace and determination in front of the federation’s technical selectors.
“After a fantastic turnout and some very competitive matches on Tuesday, we’re excited to announce the list of players selected from the open U-19 men’s trial,” SIFF stated in a public announcement.
The federation also thanked all players who participated in the trials, describing the sessions as highly competitive.
Among players selected for the next phase are Alexander Katsese, Michael Samani, Zach Legai, Ronnie Bobby, Mike Motea, George Gray, Jimmy Molea and Gerald Kegu.
The open trials form part of SIFF’s ongoing youth development programme that aims to identify talented young footballers capable of progressing into future national squads and international competitions.
Prior to the trials, SIFF called on aspiring footballers to attend the sessions with birth certificates, proper sports gear and “their best attitude and energy.”
“The SIFF Technical Team is looking for the next generation of talent, and it could be you,” the federation stated in its earlier callout to players.
Trial sessions were held in two time slots at the SIFF Academy grounds at KG on Tuesday and Thursday this week.
SIFF is expected to continue monitoring players as the selection process progresses.
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