Ba Town Council has extended its best wishes to the Ba Football team as it gears up for the upcoming FMF Inter-District Championship (IDC), which will take place at the newly redeveloped 4R Stadium in Govind Park from October 7–12. The Special Administrator, Moshim Khan, expressed confidence that the team will honor Ba’s esteemed footballing history and bring pride to the district.
Khan took the opportunity to convey the Council’s hopes for the team’s success in the Inter-District Championship, stating, “We are confident that the team will continue to uphold Ba’s rich footballing tradition and make the district proud.”
The 4R Stadium is fully prepared to host Fiji’s largest football tournament, complete with newly installed floodlights and facilities ready to accommodate both teams and fans from all over the country. Khan emphasized the excitement in Ba leading up to the IDC, noting that the community is fully engaged and ready to support the event.
Khan also expressed gratitude towards the president of Ba Football, Praneel Dayal, and his dedicated team, wishing them the best of luck in the competition. This positivity reflects a broader enthusiasm for the IDC’s return to Ba, particularly after years of anticipation for hosting major football events at upgraded venues.
Furthermore, recent developments regarding the IDC indicate a past consideration to hold the event at Churchill Park in Lautoka, primarily due to the readiness of necessary floodlights. However, with the recent upgrades at Govind Park, including sufficient lighting for night matches, Ba is now confident in its capacity to deliver a successful tournament.
The IDC’s return to Ba not only highlights the district’s longstanding legacy in football but also promises economic benefits through increased local business engagement during the tournament week. This collaboration between the Fiji Football Association, local government, and business groups illustrates a concerted effort to establish Ba as a regional football hub.
The excitement surrounding the event and the community’s support provide a hopeful outlook for the future of football in Ba, with potential for more significant tournaments and events as infrastructure continues to improve. As Ba prepares to showcase its football credentials on a national stage, all eyes will be on the upcoming IDC, where passion and pride are sure to make for an electrifying atmosphere.