Mitch Cooper wants to see more investment in youth football

Growing up, Mitch Cooper saw how much soccer could bring people together and put a smile on people’s faces; sparking his own ambition to play the sport. Now 32 and more seasoned, having proudly represented Vanuatu, he wants to give back the same joy and experience the sport has given him.

PM’s XIII is quickly approaching, and there are plenty of players to watch out for across both the men’s and women’s game. In Papua New Guinea, Welterweight John Ume gets ready to make his mark in New Zealand, while Patricia Keamo brings us all the latest sporting news from PNG. Tifa Moana’s success in reaching the World Cup qualifiers is proof that having the right support behind the right team can make all the difference, while Samoa’s women claim bronze in an unexpected sport... golf! Fia Liakong jumps right into it.

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