The PNG Kurakums have been crowned champions in the inaugural 2024 AFL Pacific Cup after performing extremely well in the Under 17 division. It was a memorable moment and a wonderful achievement for the PNG girls, having won all their matches in the females’ competition and defeating Fiji Junior Vonu in the final match on Sunday with a massive 68 to 9. PNG Kurakums Coach, Dominic Worio said they are bringing home the Pacific Cup. Also, a huge congratulation to Mackelyn Hendingao who was voted the Best & Fairest player in the U17 Youth Female division. The PNG girls’ performance in the Pacific Cup was just excellent with a victory over Tonga Storm 39- 15 on Thursday 14th November, followed by another victory over the Nauru Angels 47- 13, on Friday 15th November. Following their victory, the PNG girls expressed their gratitude for the support they received from their friends, families and partners who supported the AFL PNG Talent Academy to ensure they participated in the 2024 AFL Pacific Cup. Meanwhile, the 2024 AFL Pacific Cup Open Men’s and Women’s division competitions start today, Monday 18th November. The senior PNG National Teams, the Mozzies and the Flames have games this afternoon. The Flames will meet Tonga Storm in the female’s competition at 2pm, while the Mozzies will take on Tonga Thunder in the men’s competition at 4:15pm. All matches will be played at the Maroochydore Multi Sports Complex on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia.