Western District Governor Fai’ivae Iuli Alex Godinet was re-elected by the Football Federation of American Samoa Ordinary Congress 2024 to another four-year term as President.
FIFA Regional Development Officer, David Firisua was here to witness the Congress Elections and also held discussions with FFAS Executive Members about ongoing projects needing FIFA support.
Fai’ivae and the Executive Committee ran unopposed.
The newly elected members are Ben Sauvao of Black Roses and Uikelotu Tua of Vaiala Tonga Clubs. They join re-elected executive members Sandra Fruean of Pansa, Sen. Fano Mitch Shimasaki of Green Bay, Amio Mavaega-Luvu of Lion Heart and Silasila Samuelu of Pago Youth Clubs.
Fai’ivae has been president of FFAS since 2008 and this will be his 5th term as president.
Addressing the Congress he emphasized the need to work together while prioritizing the youth of American Samoa. “Not only the development of our players but, for us to really focus on our youth,” he said.
David Firisua reiterated FFAS President sentiments of how vital “Clubs” senior leadership are to the development of our children. He added, “Football is to set regulations and governance framework. However, without you (senior leadership/clubs) it means nothing.”
At the end of the Congress President Fai’ivae and CEO Tavita Taumua distributed to the 11 clubs represented new uniforms for their players and coaches as well as soccer balls, cones and goal posts.
President Fai’ivae in his closing remarks thanked everyone in attendance while giving a noteworthy and earnest acknowledgement of the CEO Tavita Taumua for his longstanding service, commitment and strong leadership.
