The JK Rugby 9s Tournament which commences today in Port Moresby city and running to the 4th of December, is set to be fun filled and exciting especially with a total of K60, 000 prize money up for grabs.

Speaking at the launching of the tournament on Friday at the office of Moresby Northeast District, Mr. Mathias Max the JK 9’s Coordinator stated that the initial plan was to have 64, 32, or 16 teams and slot them into pools; however, at the moment they only have 20 teams registered with other teams yet to register.

“Since we have 20 teams already, we will be looking at getting 12 more teams to make 32 teams, but if we cannot get this number of teams from within the district then we are open to teams for the two other districts, Moresby Northwest and South to bring in their teams.”

“For the interested cubs who wants to join, registration is still open until Sunday, you can come to the Moresby Northeast Office, Annex Building NCDC, for registration and registration is K500.”

Mr. Jack Ninkama, the Events Coordinator spoke on behalf of the local Member of Parliament John Kaupa who was attending a parliament session, stated the competition is aimed at improving youth’s lifestyle and mindset.

He encouraged all to deliver the best of their skills and style out on the field as there will be scouts out there putting an eye out for new talents.

“Play because you want to have a career in rugby, play with PNG NRL dream, you play your heart, make friends and grow your brotherhood circle.”

“This is about positive change; this tournament is the first of its kind but will not be the last.”

All the players are urged to be at their best behaviour both on and off the field and respect match officials as the competition is a sanctioned PNGRFL competition with rules and regulations in place.