The Fiji Government acknowledges the contribution of sports in our economy in terms of remittance and the tourism mileage gained by participating in international tournaments and will continue to support teams through the Fiji National Sports Commission.

This was highlighted by the Minister for Youth and Sports Hon.Jese Saukuru while officiating at the New South Wales Rugby League's Ron Massey Cup 2023 in Lautoka (14.04.23).

Hon. Saukuru said the 2023 New South Wales Rugby League's Ron Massey Cup is an invaluable opportunity for the future stars and leaders of rugby sevens to experience high level and meaningful competition while also experiencing and sharing the value of sport.

“It is tournaments such as this that lay the foundation for our future League Team,” he said.

He also reiterated the importance of looking after the player’s welfare, saying that a safe environment must be created for the athletes who are competing and training for their sport, as well as ensuring their safety and well-being away from the games.

He also thanked the organizers of the tournament, saying that such tournaments encourage many disadvantaged youth to make a career for themselves, something that the Ministry of Youth and Sports has continuously been trying to address.

The Minister of Youth and Sports said the organization of such sporting activities empowers the youth to take the lead role in the area of sports particularly League, providing them a second chance to have a bright future.

The Kaiviti Silktails created the biggest upset of the 2023 New South Wales Rugby League's Ron Massey Cup after they beat defending champion Hills Bull 36-24 at Churchill Park in Lautoka .