Oloavu Village in Kairuku District, Central Province, became a hub of excitement and sportsmanship from December 24 to 27, 2024, as it hosted the Allan Siala Aika Memorial Volleyball Tournament. The four-day event brought together talented men’s and women’s teams, showcasing high-stakes volleyball action that captivated players and spectators alike. The tournament followed a structured format that added to the drama and anticipation.
Round-robin games for Pools A and B were held on Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by intense quarterfinal and semifinal crossover elimination rounds on Thursday. The grand finale, along with the third-place playoffs for both the men’s and women’s divisions, took center stage on Friday, closing the tournament on a high note. Women’s Division: Team Green Shines Against All Odds The women’s tournament saw an incredible underdog story unfold.
Team Red 1, sponsored by Digicel Pacific, was the team to beat, cruising through the round-robin and elimination rounds undefeated. Their dominance set up a much-anticipated clash in the grand final against Team Green, a side they had previously defeated in a thrilling 3-2 match during the normal rounds. However, Team Green refused to back down.
They reworked their strategy and approached the final hungrier and more determined. Their grit paid off as they shocked Team Red 1 with a decisive 3-0 victory in the grand final, completing one of the most memorable upsets in the tournament’s history. Men’.