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Netball Fiji CEO Vivian Koster says Singapore’s invitation to participate in the Nations Cup next month is timely, especially as the men’s team prepares to test itself against some of the world’s best.

The team, which began preparations earlier this year, had initially planned to host a tournament with two international teams but unfortunately things did not go as planned.

Koster highlights that preparations have continued despite the setback, and describes the Nations Cup as an exciting milestone for men’s netball in Fiji.

“So the team has really been training for most of the year, they took a break after the competition was cancelled, then they regrouped and have gone into three phases of training, they’re in the final phase now.”

She adds that the team has been impressive so far and looks forward to them doing well in the tournament.

The team will leave our shores next Friday and will play England in their first game on the 2nd of next month at 9.30pm.

The competition will be held at the Jurong East Sports Center in Singapore.