KOROR, PALAU — The Palau National Olympic Committee (PNOC) proudly congratulates Mr. Kenny Reklai on successfully completing the Executive Master’s in Management of Sport Organisations (MEMOS), an internationally recognized Master’s Degree programme developed with the support of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and delivered through leading universities within the MEMOS network. Kenny Reklai and classmates. […]
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Jerry Ngiraremiang Earns Micro Cup All-Star Five Recognition
By Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (Aug. 24, 2026) — For Jerry Ngiraremiang, being named to the Micro Cup All-Star Five was an unexpected honor — and one he says belongs as much to his teammates as it does to him. Ngiraremiang said he was surprised to be selected among the tournament’s top five players, given […]
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Palau Wrestler Competes at U20 World Wrestling Championships
Bratislava, Slovakia — August 23, 2026 Palau’s young wrestling standout Raiden Soaladaob Hobson Decherong represented Palau with pride at the U20 World Wrestling Championships held in Bratislava, Slovakia. As part of his preparation for the World Championships, Decherong spent one week in Japan training and gaining valuable experience before traveling to Slovakia for the competition. […]
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Belau Games Committee denies request to add women’s spearfishing event, cites timing and finalized rules
By: L.N. Reklai KOROR, Palau (July 17, 2026) — A petition calling for women to be allowed to compete in the Belau Games 2026 spearfishing competition has gained more than 600 signatures, but organizers have rejected the request, saying the decision came after competition plans, athlete registration and safety requirements had already been finalized. The […]
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Koshiba edges rivals in tightly contested women’s 60-meter final
By: Ngeldei Tulop KOROR, Palau (Island Times) — Speed and precision defined the women’s 60-meter final Thursday evening as Koror’s Peoria Koshiba sprinted to victory in one of the closest races of Day 5 at the 2026 Belau Games athletics competition. Koshiba crossed the finish line in 9.62 seconds, narrowly defeating Ngaraard’s Taina Yano, who […]
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Ngiwal Kidz 79 Rallies Through Doubleheader to Capture Youth Baseball Title
By: Laurel Marewibuel KOROR, Palau (July 8, 2026) Ngiwal Kidz 79 emerged as champions after an intense night of youth baseball, overcoming a demanding doubleheader to secure first place in dramatic fashion. The team’s path to the title began with a tightly contested 7-6 victory over Meyuns Team B, a game that remained undecided until […]