Auckland FC inspire KGVI students with message of the game’s positive impacts
BY TONY IROGA
THE Auckland FC team inspired King George VI National Secondary School students when they visited the school yesterday.
Auckland FC captain Tass Mourdoukoutas spoke to students about the positive impacts of football on both physical health and mental well-being.
Auckland FC team assistant manager Emiliano Tade thanked the students and staff for the invitation and for welcoming them to their school.
Mr Tade emphasised that football is a powerful tool for developing resilience and mental discipline.
He encouraged students to pursue the sport not just for competition, but for its holistic benefits to their daily lives.
“You know we are so happy to be here it’s a privileged to learn, to be at a school and want you all to listen to your teachers, work hard and enjoy your times.
“Because when I was your age, you know, some days I didn’t enjoy it so much. But you look back and you want to be that age again and be at school with your friends and have fun, be happy like you all are, it’s a real privilege, a real pleasure.
“I can’t wait to meet all of you, we really enjoy our times so far it’s really nice to see a lot of your face big smiles,” he said.
The team also presented a signed jersey to School Principal Augustine Omearo.
The team spent time with the students and shared their stories about their professional journeys and the growth of football across Oceania.
The visit served as a way to build local connections and inspire the next generation of Solomon Islands soccer players.
On behalf of KGVI school Principal Emearo expressed his gratitude and respect for the visit, with many promising to support the Auckland FC during their match against Vanuatu FC on Wednesday at the National Stadium.
Auckland FC arrived in Honiara on March 11 as the top-seeded team in the league.
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