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,

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.

“As much as we won the game for ourselves, this was for our team also.”