Pacific Games: Fiji Women Wins Historic Gold In First 3x3 Basketball Competition
Team captain Mickaelar Mendez was emotional after the 10-minute game and dedicated the win to her team.
Saturday 20 July 2019 | 00:39
L-R: Mickaelar Mendez, Letava Whippy , Vilisi Tavui, and Mili Koyamainavure,
Fiji has won its first historic gold in the Pacific Games women’s 3x3 basketball event.
Packed with experience, the side thrashed Cook Islands 20 - 9.
Team captain Mickaelar Mendez was emotional after the 10-minute game and dedicated the win to her team.
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“As much as we won the game for ourselves, this was for our team also.”
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