Athletes in the Athlete Development Program (ADP) have had a very busy two months at NSI. These athletes are now in competition phase with increased training loads on top of their studies and assignments. Regular time trials are ongoing each weekend and that is where coaches have the opportunity to assess and evaluate their training programs based on individual performances.

The ADP 2023 team comprises both Track and Field athletes with the recent inclusion of Kenny Moalley (Morobe) last month. This year’s team is predominantly Sprints, a few Middle Distance and the Throws pair all led by Pais Wisil. Our coaching staff have fine tuned their workloads accordingly and they are looking well leading up to #PNGAir Highlands Momase Regional Athletics Championships in Goroka later this month.

Time trials are a regular activity beginning with odd races, and now into full races. Last weekend saw some quality races with each athlete demonstrating good consistent times respectively, and there were some good throws by our Javelin throwers. These serve as indicators for Head Coach Sasama and his team to assess performances against Goals set for the upcoming Championships. There is more work to be done and we anticipate the ADP team will be ready for this Meet scheduled for May 26th-27th at NSI.

RESULTS: 13-5-2023 (Times = h)

#100m Mens

1. Pais Wisil – 10.8

2. Johnny Nagahan-Bai – 11.0

3. Graham Bai – 11.1

4. Tovetuna Tuna – 11.0*

5. Micah Gaisane – 11.5

6. Bradford Holi – 11.9

#100m Mixed

1. Danny Warkit (B) – 12.5

2. Joy Tieba (W) – 13.4

3. Merna Martins (G) – 13.9

4. Nathan Kawona (B) – 14.9

5. Esso Jayson (P) – 15.9

#200m Mens (A)

1. Pais Wisil – 22.9

2. Adolf Kauba – 23.1

3. Lot Samare – 23.3

#200m Mens (B)

1. Sialis Passingan – 23.6

2. Micah Gaisane – 24.0

3. Bradford Holi – 24.6

#200m Mixed

1. Danny Warkit (B) – 26.2

2. Joy Tieba (W) – 27.6

3. Merna Martins (G) – 29.5

4. Esso Jayson (P) – 30.9

5. Nathan Kawona – 32.0

#400m Mens (A)

1. Adolf Kauba – 49.7

2. Johnny Ngahan-Bai – 50.2

3. Lot Samare – 51.0

4. Tovetuna Tuna – 50.8*

5. Sialis Passingan – 51.1

6. Graham Bai – 50.8*

#400m Womens

1. Edna Baofob – 62.0

2. Joy Tieba – 64.3

#400m Mens (B)

1. Bradford Holi – 54.7

2. Kenny Moalley – 59.5

3. Micah Gaisane – 65.4

4. Esso Jayson (P) – 70.4

#Javelin #Throw Mens

1. Kenny Moalley – 47.9m

2. Damien Kote – 52.2m

Its back to the drawing board now for the Coaches and athletes. To the others preparing for the May event, NSI will share information on the PNG Air HMRAC in due course.

The National Sports Institute (NSI) recently conducted a Primary School Sport Program (PSSP) Clinic in Kainantu District to prepare and upskill primary school teachers in the district in preparation for a Primary School Sports Carnival that will happen soon. The two-day clinic, from 9th – 10th May 2023, was attended by 17 teachers from primary schools around Kainantu District, including 12 male and 5 female teachers.

The training was aimed at building Primary School Teacher’s capacity to effectively conduct the upcoming sports carnival. Kainantu District Sports Coordinator, Mr Elmo Pasiro and Kainantu Primary School Sports President were very impressed with the training and said the training was timely as the district was preparing to conduct a sports carnival for themselves soon.

The Clinic covered various topics during the training, including Physical Education in Standard Based Curriculum (SBC), Methods in Teaching Physical Education, Volleyball Basic Skills & Rules, Touch Footy Basic Skills & Rules, First Aid, Organizing a Sport Carnival, and Lesson Planning. The training was designed to provide teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to teach physical education in a standard-based curriculum and effectively organize and conduct a sports carnival.

The Institute will continue to roll out similar sport clinic to other districts in Eastern Highlands Province in preparation for a primary school sports carnival, which will see the sport of Volleyball and Touch being competed. The aim of the carnival is to promote Physical Education for primary school students and encourage physical activity and sports among children in Papua New Guinea.

The NSI’s PSSP Clinic is an initiative that was launched in 2017 and is gaining momentum over the years and such a clinic helps build the capacity of primary school teachers to conduct physical education classes and organize sports carnivals. By providing teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge, the NSI is contributing to the promotion of sports and physical activity among children in Papua New Guinea, which is essential for their overall health and wellbeing.

So far, the Institute has covered two (2) Districts with a total of 34 teachers trained to help roll out the Primary School Sports Program

The National Sports Institute (NSI) recently conducted a Sports Clinic for teachers at Asaro Primary School in Daulo District, Eastern Highlands Province from 27th to 28th April 2023. The clinic was led by NSI officers, with Team Leader Mike Smith in charge.

The Sports Clinic covered a range of topics, including:

• Physical Education in Standard Based Curriculum (SBC),
• Methods in Teaching Physical Education,
• Volleyball Basic Skills & Rules,
• Touch Footy Basic Skills & Rules,
• First Aid,
• Organizing a Sport Carnival,
• Lesson Planning.

The purpose of the clinic was to upskill and prepare the teachers for the Primary School Sports Program (PSSP) event that will be conducted later this year. The clinic also aimed to equip the teachers with the necessary methodology to teach Physical education classes in their school.

The Primary School Sport Program (PSSP) is an initiative of the National Sports Institute, which began in 2017 to revive school sports in primary schools across the country. The program is expected to be rolled out to all schools, and the Sports Clinic is an integral part of this initiative to prepare teachers to implement the program effectively.

A total of 19 teachers from primary schools in Daulo District attended the Sports Clinic, with 17 males and 2 females. The clinic was officially opened by Daulo District Education Manager Mr. Kolo Singip, who expressed his appreciation to NSI for taking the time to conduct the clinic. He also thanked the teachers for attending and encouraged them to move sports forward in Daulo District.

The Sports Clinic was an excellent opportunity for the teachers to improve their skills and knowledge in sports education. With the new knowledge gained from the clinic, the teachers will be better equipped to provide quality Physical education classes and organize successful sports events for their students. The NSI’s effort to conduct the Sports Clinic is commendable, and it is hoped that more such events will be organized to promote sports in Papua New Guinea.