BY ELTON LONARATHA JNR
THE Solomon Islands Hockey Federation (SIHF) successfully held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday at Heritage Park Hotel.
The AGM saw the election of the federation’s new Executive Board for the next term of four years hockey development.
The meeting was witnessed by Oceania Hockey Federation (OHF) Continental Development Officer, Gill Gemming, representatives from member associations and former Executive Members, led by the outgoing President Winky Yee.
Dr Alex Munamua was elected as the newly President for Hockey Federation. Munamua will lead the new executive for four years, leading the federation to success.
The Oceania National Olympic Committee (ONOC) Medical representative is looking forward to lead the federation to new heights.
His leadership will be flanked by General Secretary Enoch Mae and Treasurer Eran Soma. Two new elected Board Members are Jeremy Oliver and Panninah Martin.
The new executive will be embarking on a challenging term in promoting the sport for success across the Solomon Islands.
The SIHF is committed to developing hockey in the country and the new executive board is expected to play a key role in achieving this goal.
The AGM was a significant occasion, with the presence of Gemming and representatives from member associations and former Executive Members, adding to the importance of the event.
The outgoing President Winky Yee handed over the leadership to Dr Munamua, marking a new chapter in the development of hockey in the country. The SIHF is expected to continue its efforts in promoting hockey and developing the sport in the Solomon Islands.
Dr Alex Munamua is congratulated by outgoing President Winky Yee and Oceania Hockey Federation (OHF) Continental Development Officer, Gill Gemming, after being elected as the new President of the Solomon Islands Hockey Federation.
