Bulikiobo, Fellowes Assist Pearls
Makelesi Bulikiobo is now the Fijian Pearls strength and conditioning coach
The former Pacific Sprint queen, who is now the Oceania Sports Education Programmes (OSEP) co-ordinator and development officer for the Fiji Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee (FASANOC), will prepare the Pearls for Netball World Cup in England on July 12-21.
Fijian Pearls head coach Vicki Wilson believes Bulikiobo will add an extra boost to the squad.
“We are really fortunate to have someone of Makelesi’s calbre as our strength and conditioning coach,” Wilson said.
“She has done a fabulous job working on the girl’s technique identifying the various movement patterns that’s required for our game.
“It’s all about acceleration, deceleration a quick change of direction, that’s where the power comes in as well. Makelesi has worked alongside me to attend court work,” she said.
The 41- year old Nadamole, Wailevu East, Cakaudrove native set a record in the 100metres (11.55 secs) and 200 metres (23.22s) at the 2007 Pacific Games which still stands.
Former Australia Diamonds Assist
Former Australian Diamonds defender Demelza Fellowes has also stepped in to assist with the Fijian Pearls defence.
“Demelza has done some specialist work, it’s lovely to have her around, so she’s looked after the defenders, she’s been working on key fundamentals on defensive stands and.
“It allows me the opportunity to focus on our attackers.
“To have Makelesi and Demelza on court is an absolute bonus,” Wilson added.
Fellowes is currently the marketing and sponsorship manager for Fiji Rugby Union.
– Edited by Osea Bola
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