Iwila Jacobs

Tribute to late sporting personalities

Minister for Higher Education, Research, Science & Technology & Sports, Wesley Raminai, released a statement paying tribute to these great men and woman, adding that each of them has touched the lives of thousands of Papua New Guineans in their respective disciplines over the years.

The most recent passing was that of rugby union coach Douglas Guise on January 14th, 2021.

PNGOC pays tribute to late PNG lifter

The board and staff of the Papua New Guinea Olympic Committee share shock, a deep sense of loss and sadness on his sudden passing. 

Selfless, epitomising a humble dedicated volunteer serving at various times as an administrator, coach and referee in three sports he built up over a span of five decades since 1966; bodybuilding, powerlifting and weightlifting.

He was instrumental in establishing the National Federations of these three sports.