Digicel Fiji has today announced $10,000 cash and kind sponsorship for the 2016 National Games for Special and Unified Athletes to be held in Suva tomorrow and Friday.
Digicel Fiji Head of Marketing Sheryl Singh says they are proud to be associated with Special Olympics Fiji for this year’s National Games.
Singh says they share Special Olympics Fiji’s commitment to inclusivity nationwide of those with physical disabilities and they hope their support will help the organisers stage a successful two-day event.
Meanwhile, Board Chair of Special Olympics Fiji Bishwa Sidal says since the inception of the Special Olympics in 2012, the organization has grown from strength to strength and athletes and officials have scored major achievements and national recognition.
Fiji participated at the World Games last year with 6 athletes and they won 3 Gold, 2 Silver and 3 Bronze.
Gold medalist Molly Esther created history as she was crowned the 2015 Fiji Sportswoman of the Year.
Sidal says they are looking forward to a big and successful games with 24 special, inclusive and unified schools to take part, bringing together about 800 athletes and 100 volunteers.
Athletics, Swimming, Football and unified Cricket competitions will be played during the Games.
The National Games opening ceremony will be held at the ANZ Stadium in Suva tomorrow morning.
