Nipa Rugby Football League, Nipa Sign Board, Port Moresby (2026)

04/01/2026

Nipa RFL is pleased to register and confirm its participation in the Ben Hetra Memorial 9s, to be held in Tari, Hela Province.

As we continue to engage more closely with our brothers and sisters in Hela, (Magarima has a Team in the Nipa RFL Competition) we do so with the shared purpose of building unity and allowing the next generation to heal from the scars of yesterday through sport, respect, and brotherhood.

Rugby league remains a powerful platform for peace, understanding, and connection among our people.

More updates to follow.

02/01/2026

PRK Mendi Muruks have selected four (4) players from Nipa Rugby Football League to participate in their Train and Trial program in preparation for the 2026 season.

This is an important opportunity for our players to test themselves at a higher level. Players who perform well during the Train and Trial will be offered the chance to join PRK Mendi Muruks for the 2026 season.

Nipa RFL congratulates the selected players and acknowledges PRK Mendi Muruks for recognising the talent emerging from our competition. This pathway reinforces the role of Nipa RFL in developing disciplined, competitive, and professional players for the future of rugby league in Southern Highlands Province.

We wish our players the very best as they represent Nipa with pride.

JET, Chairman - Nipa RFL

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 – NIPA RFL

As we welcome 2026, we give thanks to God for life, strength, and the unity that rugby league continues to bring to our rural home.

2025 tested us, shaped us, and strengthened our resolve. In 2026, we must move forward with discipline, unity, and purpose, putting our players first, respecting the game, and building a stronger future for Nipa RFL.
Nipa RFL acknowledges the people who have carried this league on their shoulders. What we have built together is not small. It is meaningful, it is growing, and it belongs to our people.

Club Sponsors – The Backbone of Our League

We sincerely thank our dedicated club sponsors whose commitment keeps our teams alive and competitive:

1. Jeffery Kobol – Mountain Eagles
2. Aisop Mol – BK Broncos
3. Zebedee Kumpio – UN Bulldogs
4. Demian Tegi – SK Brothers
5. Issac Jipsy – Magarima United
6. Kenneth Kwim – Kuwase Warriors
7. Jeffery Komal – Pesi Dragons
8. Momei Daniel – Highway Spiders
9. Jope Sonk – Huteso Cowboys
10. Fidelis Powi – Menim Seals
11. Serah Tol – Haren Menjal

Your belief in grassroots rugby league is shaping discipline, unity, and opportunity for our young people.

Our Major Sponsors – Pillars of Strength

Without your strong backing, our rugby league would not have come this far. We acknowledge and deeply appreciate:

1. Honorable Minister for Defense, Dr. Billy William M. Joseph
2. Governor SHP, Honorable William Powi

Your leadership and support give our league confidence to dream bigger.

Operations & Technical Support

We warmly welcome on board our Technical Officials – Operations Sponsor, Abel Tol, Managing Director, National Housing Corporation. Your involvement strengthens our systems and professionalism.

Local Partners – Our Everyday Heroes

We extend our appreciation to our local partners who stand with us on the ground:

1. Rutaka Benson and all Nipa Wardens
2. Nipa Reserve Policemen
3. Local Security Boys
4. Nipa Hospital - Olti Warop and Team
5. Local SMEs in Nipa Station who support the rugby league concept. Special mention to Samson Nongia and David Mal for your generous support.

Your quiet service keeps our games safe and our community strong.

League Officials & Support Teams

Special mention to our Operations Team and our President, Edward Edwin, and your entire team, thank you for your leadership and tireless work.

Thank you to Sova Milfred (Mr Fitness) for your time, commitment, and belief in physical preparation and discipline.

We also acknowledge our PNGRFL Representatives, Jack Kereme and James Kundi, for your guidance and continued support.

A massive thank you to Manu Haponal and the Eagle Eye Media Crew. You have done a tremendous job telling our story. We look forward to an even stronger partnership this year.

To Our Players, Fans, and Supporters

This league exists because of you. Your passion, loyalty, and belief give meaning to every match played on our fields.

Our Vision & Our Faith

As we move into 2026, our vision is clear: to grow the game, develop talent, instil discipline, and use rugby league as a tool for unity, leadership, and opportunity for Nipa’s next generation.

We anchor this vision in faith:

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.”
Colossians 3:23

May 2026 be a year of growth, structure, unity, and excellence for Nipa RFL.

Happy New Year, 2026.
Together, we grow the game!
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Chairman Nipa RFL