The road to Samoa for the Universal Cup and Oceania Championships (Youth, Junior & Senior) wasn’t easy—but it was earned through sacrifice, discipline, and belief. Blaine Patris began his journey competing in the 60kg category. Since the 2022 Mini Games in Saipan, he has committed himself fully to the sport, growing stronger through every competition leading […]
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Palau Swim Team Opens Regional Meet With Record-Breaking Performance
Charlie Gibbons and Kazuumi Nestor lead strong opening performances as Palau advances to several finals SUVA, Fiji (May 11, 2026) The Palau Swim Team opened the regional swimming championships with a series of record-breaking performances and multiple finals appearances during the first two days of competition held May 9-13. Representing Palau at the regional meet […]
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Palau’s Rising Olympians Secure IOC Scholarships for LA28 Push
Nine athletes receive monthly funding to sharpen training and inspire the next generation By: Eoghan Olkeriil Ngirudelsang KOROR, Palau — Nine of Palau’s top athletes have received Olympic Scholarships that will provide monthly funding to support their training for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, giving them resources to focus fully on preparation and […]