The victorious performance of the Autonomous Region of Bougainville’s Black Orchids Rugby Sevens team at the 2022 Sports Tok 7s’ Tournament in Port Moresby has given hope to sporting elites of AROB taking part in international sporting events.
This message was echoed when the Black Orchids Team were welcomed by AROB President Ishmael Toroama upon their arrival in Buka Town Tuesday (June 14).
President Toroama said their victory has paved the way for the region to start taking part in international sporting events such as the Pacific Games.
“Our young men have taken on the very best in the country and came out victorious as the champions of the tournament,” President Toroama said.
“As we prepare for statehood we must also develop our people through sporting codes such as Rugby Union,” added President Toroama.
“Our next biggest task is getting Team AROB prepared for the Pacific Games. It is an agenda we will pursue and make it a reality,” President Toroama said.
President Toroama also expressed his gratitude to Sitting Bougaiville Regional member, Peter Tsiamalili Jnr for his hard work in developing the code of Rugby Union in Bougainville communities.
The Black Orchids’ victorious homecoming was on the eve of the 17th Anniversary of the formation of the Autonomous Bougainville Government.
The Team also participated in the recent KPHL Super 7’s held at Sir Hubert Murray Stadium last month.
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