BY TONY IROGA
NAHA Women’s Football Club has begun preparations for the upcoming Solrais Women Premier League (SWPL), set to kick off at the end of April.
The club is focusing on development, targeting young players aged between 16 and 24 as part of its build-up to the new season.
Team Manager, Mrs Diana Tasion, said the club is not solely focused on winning, but on building strong foundations both on and off the field.
“Winning is not everything, but if we do the little things right, the bigger things will fall into place,” she said.
Mrs Tasion said the club has a long history, having been established about 25 years ago by the late Timothy Inifiri and his wife.
She said Naha Women’s FC aims to be a positive influence, encouraging players to lead by example.
“We try to be role models. For us, demonstrating and walking the talk is important,” she said.
The club continues to prioritise player development, allowing athletes the freedom to choose their football pathway.
“If you want to play for Naha, you show up to training and participate with the team,” she said.
Mrs Tasion said the club was formed to support women’s football, noting that men’s football has traditionally received more support and publicity.
She added that the club serves as a pathway to develop young women not only in football but also in life.
“We are building mindsets, empowering players to be confident and speak up,” she said.
The club also provides support through life skills training, including financial literacy, education awareness, and information on services related to domestic violence.
“We talk to players about life skills and the importance of education so they can make informed decisions and become better young women,” she said.
In preparation for the league, Mrs Tasion said each club is required to register 25 players, with Naha currently having two spots left to fill.
She added that the club has also identified additional players as backups, with an opportunity to make changes after the first-round if needed.
Mrs Tasion encourages more young women to take part in football and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
“A lot of clubs are looking for players, so we encourage young ladies to get involved and promote women’s football,” she said.
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