Elgin Elwais competed in the 60kg weight class and won two gold medals in the greco roman and freestyle events. Franson Gibbons won one gold in the 66 kg greco roman and placed fourth in the freestyle events. Stevick Patris competed in the 55kg and defeated American Samoa but lost to Samoa and won silver medal in both the greco and freestyle events. John Tarkong Jr. lost to American Samoa in a very close and tough match, went on to defeat Samoa. Samoa defeated Niko Liulaumaga of American Samoa so based on the number of points from the matches, American Samoa won gold, Samoa silver and John bronze. In the freestyle competition, John went on to defeat two athletes from American Samoa and Fafetai of Samoa to win the gold medal for Palau. Jojo Roberts competed in the 120 kg greco roman class and was able to defeat Ethan Lake of American Samoa but lost to Jerry Wallwork of Samoa.
Overall, Palau did very well in the South Pacific Games and won 2 gold medals, 1 silver and 2 bronze in greco roman and 2 gold and 1 silver in the freestyle events.
The South Pacific Games was a success and we would like to thank Jerry Wallwork and the organizers for a hosting all of us and putting on a very successfull tournament.
Last Modified on 07/09/2007 08:45