Enga Governor, Administrator Tsaka praise Mommers FC

Enga Governor, Grand Chief Sir Peter Ipatas, and Enga Provincial Administrator, Sandis Tsaka, have congratulated Enga’s Mommers FC for their outstanding performance in reaching the 2026 Women’s National Conference Soccer League (WNCSL) Grand Final. 

Despite losing emphatically to PNG Hekari FC on Saturday, October 17th, at Port Moresby’s PNG Football Stadium, the governor and administrator praised Mommers FC for their historic achievement of playing in the decider.   

Governor Ipatas commended the players, coaching staff, and team management for their exceptional commitment, discipline, teamwork, and perseverance throughout the 2026 WNCSL season.

Sir Peter acknowledged that the team's remarkable achievement had brought immense pride and recognition not only to Enga but also to the entire Highlands region, encouraging other girls to play football. 

Administrator Tsaka also shared the governor's sentiments, congratulating the team for their courage, determination, and dedication in representing Enga with pride and distinction on the national sporting stage.

Mr. Tsaka described the team's journey to the grand final as a significant milestone in the development of women's football in Enga, acknowledging that their success demonstrates the enormous talent, potential, and capabilities of young women from Enga to compete against some of the top football clubs in Papua New Guinea.

The provincial administrator also recognized the tremendous sacrifices made by the players, coaching staff, team management, families, and supporters who have worked tirelessly, often under challenging circumstances, to ensure the team reaches this important stage of the competition.

Both Sir Peter and Mr. Tsaka mentioned that competing against the country’s best women’s team in the grand final arena for the first time was already a remarkable achievement worthy of celebration and admiration. 

Their shared message was clear: "Win or lose, we are already proud of you. Reaching the national grand final was a historic achievement for Enga. You girls have made Enga and your people proud."

Regardless of the final result, these young women have created history, inspiring a generation and demonstrating that Enga province has the talent and determination to compete at the highest level of women's football in Papua New Guinea.

The governor and provincial administrator further encouraged the players to remain focused, disciplined, and united, preparing to come back stronger, bigger, and better next year to make their presence felt in the women’s top-flight competition.