Yesterday, at just the sub-junior level, John Uluilakeba redefined what is possible, rising above expectations with a record-breaking leap at the Coca-Cola Games.

After finishing third in the girls’ 3000m open grade last year, Lusiana Neneyawa set herself a clear goal to return to the Coca-Cola Games and claim gold.

Natabua High School’s golden girl, Adi Ceva Lutumailagi, has become one of the best 400 meters champions of the Fiji Finals after winning gold in her final year.

A new record has been set in the Senior Girls Discus at the Coca-Cola Games, with Swami Vivekananda College’s Brieanna Rabakewa producing a stunning performance to clinch gold.

Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School athlete John Uluilakeba delivered a standout performance in the high jump, clearing 1.77 metres to set a new record at the Coca-Cola Games in the sub-junior boys division.

Coca-Cola Games 2026 action got off to a strong start in Suva, with Queen Victoria School and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial High School  emerging as early leaders in the medal tally at the end of Day One.

This year’s Coca-Cola Games boys’ division battle will be one of the toughest and will go down to the wire, according to Marist Brothers High School coach, Antonio Raboiliku.

Education Minister Aseri Radrodro reminded Heads of Schools to ensure teachers are actively supervising students and that the safety and well-being of children remain paramount at all times.

More than 140 police officers will be deployed to secure this year’s Coca-Cola Games, with the Fiji Police Force taking full control of safety operations at the national schools event.

Naitasiri’s rising athletics talent Seru Tokalau has set his sights on a podium finish at this year’s Coca-Cola Games after an impressive performance at the Suva Zone One competition.

After a two-year absence caused largely by financial challenges, Yasayasa Moala College has returned to the Fiji Finals with renewed determination and a stronger purpose.

Former blue ribbon champion Banuve Tabakaucoro is expecting an exciting and highly competitive showdown at the Coca-Cola Games this week.