Rampur College athlete Francesca gets gear for Coke Games from Telecom Fiji

Rampur College athlete Francesca gets gear for Coke Games from Telecom Fiji

By Navitalai Naivalurua
11/04/2024
Photo : Supplied

Rampur College athlete Lora Francesca stole the hearts of many when she won gold in the 3,000 metres girls' open grade final at the Suva Zone 2 competing without proper running shoes, and now Telecom Fiji Limited has stepped up to purchase the 14-year-old’s running shoes for the upcoming Coca-Cola Games next month.

Telecom Fiji CEO Charles Goundar says recognizing Francesca's exceptional determination and potential, they presented her with a gift certificate from JR White to purchase running shoes and additional gear for the competition finals.

He says Francesca's story is an inspiration, and they are honoured to play a small role in helping her achieve her dreams.

Goundar says they believe that investing in young athletes like Francesca is an investment in the future of Fiji.

He adds by supporting young athletes' development, they are nurturing a generation of passionate and dedicated individuals who will lead our nation to success.

TFL wishes Francesca all the best for the upcoming Fiji Finals.

fijivillage News had highlighted that despite running with only socks and no proper running shoes, Francesca's spirit was not deterred as she gave her best in the 3,000 metres girls' open grade final to win the first gold medal of the competition.

The 14-year-old finished with a time of 15.00.01 minutes.

The Coca-Cola Games will be held from the 2nd to the 4th of May at the HFC Bank Stadium.

FNRL
FEATURE NEWS
A quarter pound of Rewa Butter to cost $4 from tomorrow
Get ready to dig deeper into your pockets as Rewa Butter prices will increase from tomorrow. A quarter pound of butter which used to cost $3.51 wil...
3 hours ago
LATEST NEWS
Trump says EU and Mexico face 30% tariff from August
President Donald Trump has announced that the European Union and Mexico will face a 30 percent tariff on imports to the US from 1st August. He ...
2 hours ago

Vishva Hindu Parishad condemns calls for stronger protection of places of worship
The Vishva Hindu Parishad Fiji has strongly denounced the heinous desecration of sacred idols at the Sanatan Shiv Mandir in Samabula on Friday and is ...
2 hours ago

Ro Filipe raises concern over 7% unutilised Ministry budget
Minister for Public Works Ro Filipe Tuisawau says his Ministry’s unutilised budget of 7 percent is a concern and he is urging all Heads of ...
2 hours ago

Chaudhry says temple desecration incident may have been caused by a person believed to be mentally impaired
Fiji Labour Party Leader Mahendra Chaudhry has expressed concern at the desecration of Hindu idols at the Samabula Shiv Mandir but has cautioned ...
5 hours ago

Fresh Farm Fiji becomes one of Vanua Levu’s leading egg suppliers
Fresh Farm Fiji, located in Soisoi, Tabia in Labasa, has quickly become one of Vanua Levu’s leading egg suppliers, producing 150 to 180 trays daily ...
5 hours ago



fijivillage Straight Talk with Vijay Narayan
Latest Videos

Stay tuned for the latest news on our radio stations

CFL radio frequencies
IN DEPTH
Professor Prasad on fijivillage Straight Talk With Vijay Narayan
The show will focus on the 2025/2026 National Budget.
4 days ago

Tui Nayau and Tui Lau Installation
The ceremony for the installation of the Tui Nayau Sau ni Vanua o Lau will be held tomorrow, while the installation ceremony of the Tui Lau will be held in Tubou on Thursday.
6 days ago

CFL 40th Birthday
CFL’s 40th Anniversary celebrations to culminate with free concert at Albert Park on ...
9 days ago

TOP