The 2003 Pacific Games football tournament was an international football tournament held in Samoa from 30 June until 11 July 2003. The 10 national teams involved in the tournament were required to register a squad of players; only players in these squads were eligible to take part in the tournament.
Players' club teams and players' age as of 30 June 2003 – the tournament's opening day.
Coach: Tony Buesnel
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Simione Tamanisau | 5 June 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Lorima Dau | 29 July 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Marika Rodu | 29 March 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
4 | FW | Waisake Sabutu | 20 January 1981 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Luke Vidovi | 12 January 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
6 | MF | Manoa Masi | 18 August 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Malakai Kainihewe | 28 July 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
8 | DF | Emosi Baleinuku | 2 April 1975 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Thomas Vulivuli | 24 May 1981 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
10 | MF | Veresa Toma | 26 August 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
11 | FW | Pita Rabo | 30 July 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
12 | FW | Esala Masi | 9 March 1974 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
13 | DF | Taniela Waqa | 22 June 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Ronald Ram | 26 May 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
15 | MF | Salesh Kumar | 28 July 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
16 | DF | Harris Bali | 4 January 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Seveci Rokotakala | 29 May 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
18 | FW | Peni Pononi | Unknown | ![]() | |
19 | DF | Laisiasa Gatarua | 25 November 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | Afroz Nabi | 11 February 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
21 | GK | Ratu Baledrokadroka | Unknown | ![]() |
Coach: Pine Iosefa
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Tarariki Tarotu | 27 July 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Tebwaia Baikawa | 16 September 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
3 | MF | Tiaon Rekenibali | Unknown | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Nabaruru Batiri | 1 December 1984 (aged 18) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Takaia Tekaei | 12 August 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
6 | DF | Tokabi Kaiorake | 4 August 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
7 | DF | Ukenio Kobuti | 7 December 1972 (aged 30) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Ruevita Iotin | 14 October 1971 (aged 31) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Lawrence Nemeia | 12 November 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
10 | MF | David Collins | 2 June 1972 (aged 31) | ![]() | |
11 | MF | Betaia Ioana | 6 October 1975 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
12 | MF | Nabuaka Itimaroroa | 30 September 1976 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
13 | FW | Naingimea Beiaruru | 17 November 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Ioram Rabana | Unknown | ![]() | |
15 | MF | Anene Bilne | Unknown | ![]() | |
16 | DF | Takinoa Tekaei | 12 August 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
17 | FW | Eritara Riteti | 6 August 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
18 | FW | Atantaake Tooma | 13 December 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
19 | FW | Palamo Kulene | 21 October 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | Kiteone Kairoronga | 2 August 1966 (aged 36) | ![]() | |
21 | MF | Teburae Rataro | 7 December 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() |
Coach: George Cowie
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Fred Hale | 17 July 1979 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Selson Molea | 20 January 1975 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Mahlon Houkarawa | 23 April 1976 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Leslie Leo | 2 August 1976 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Jerry Allen | 21 March 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
6 | DF | Martin Ruhasia | 24 November 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Jack Samani | 7 May 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Stanley Waita | 10 October 1979 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
9 | FW | Commins Menapi | 18 September 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
10 | FW | Batram Suri | 2 November 1971 (aged 31) | ![]() | |
11 | MF | Moses Toata | 10 October 1975 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
12 | MF | Robert Seni | 9 June 1977 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
13 | MF | Richard Ruakome | 10 December 1985 (aged 17) | ![]() | |
14 | DF | William Omokirio | Unknown | ![]() | |
15 | FW | Mark Mehau | Unknown | ![]() | |
16 | MF | Colman Maniadalo | 15 January 1970 (aged 33) | ![]() | |
17 | DF | Gideon Omokirio | 12 October 1976 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
18 | FW | Henry Fa'arodo | 5 October 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
19 | DF | David Firisua | 12 July 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | Lucian Sikwaae | Unknown | ![]() |
Coach: Tim Jerks
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Jay Timo | 16 October 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Molu Tavita | Unknown | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Mau Penisula | 15 May 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Semese Alefaio | 17 March 1974 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Joshua Tui Tapasei | 30 May 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
6 | DF | Samasoni Mapasaga | 1 August 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Kivola Manoa | 7 December 1972 (aged 30) | ![]() | |
8 | FW | Titaga Bali | Unknown | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Mosese Huehue | Unknown | ![]() | |
10 | MF | Petio Semaia | 23 February 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
11 | MF | Kasipa Fagota | Unknown | ![]() | |
12 | MF | Moeava Mausalii | 5 April 1980 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
13 | FW | Paeniu Fagota | 28 August 1978 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Peniuna Kaitu | 31 January 1980 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
15 | DF | Lalesi Vaia | Unknown | ![]() | |
16 | FW | Iupeli Kamoni | Unknown | ![]() | |
17 | FW | Sumeo Silu | Unknown | ![]() | |
18 | FW | Melei Melei | 6 March 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
19 | MF | Mahafe Nakala | Unknown | ![]() | |
20 | FW | Polu Tanei | Unknown | ![]() | |
21 | GK | Haueia Vaaia | 16 March 1985 (aged 18) | ![]() |
Coach: Juan Carlos Buzzetti
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | David Chilia | 10 June 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Tony Sope | 5 May 1984 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Manley Tabe | 1 June 1981 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Lexa Bibi | 16 April 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Simon Lauru | 30 January 1972 (aged 31) | ![]() | |
6 | DF | Graham Demas | 25 October 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
7 | DF | Fedy Vava | 25 November 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
8 | DF | Ali Silas | 23 June 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Seimata Chilia | 2 August 1978 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
10 | FW | Etienne Mermer | 26 January 1977 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
11 | MF | Gérard Maki Haitong | 6 July 1978 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
12 | FW | Lorry Thompsen | 2 November 1984 (aged 18) | ![]() | |
13 | FW | Richard Iwai | 15 March 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Pita Maki | 12 October 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
15 | DF | Daniel Alick | 30 July 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
16 | MF | Alphonse Qorig | 7 July 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Tom Tomake | 23 September 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
18 | FW | Auretau King | 23 January 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
19 | DF | Roger Joe | 21 January 1986 (aged 17) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | John Garae | 5 April 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() |
Coach: Shimon Shenhar
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Jeremy Shea | 29 May 1987 (aged 16) | ![]() | |
2 | FW | Jason Kigew | Unknown | ![]() | |
3 | FW | Jaynard White | 2 December 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Paul Cantero | 5 March 1980 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
6 | FW | Robert Tawerilibeg | 7 November 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | James Luson | 15 August 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Sesario Sigam | 17 October 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Percy Rasug | 22 August 1983 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
10 | DF | Peter Igesumai | 6 March 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
11 | DF | Christopher Gilmete | Unknown | ![]() | |
12 | MF | Raphael Noway | 15 February 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
13 | DF | Curtis Graham | 8 September 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
14 | FW | Michael Fanafel | 23 January 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
15 | DF | James Gachbar | 15 February 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
16 | DF | Donald Finay | Unknown | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Michael Ongesel | Unknown | ![]() | |
18 | GK | Constantino Wilson | Unknown | ![]() | |
19 | MF | Robert Paul | Unknown | ![]() | |
20 | DF | David Kugumgag | Unknown | ![]() | |
21 | MF | Arson Kakku | Unknown | ![]() |
Coach: Serge Martinengo de Novack
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Michel Hne | 15 May 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Jean-Marc Case | 2 June 1977 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Maurice Cawa | 23 January 1974 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
4 | MF | Jacques Dahoté | 8 December 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
5 | FW | Ramon Djamali | 12 June 1975 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
6 | MF | Olivier Dokunengo | 4 September 1979 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
7 | DF | Gil Elmour | 11 June 1977 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Michel Hmaé | 21 March 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Iamel Kabeu | 7 September 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
10 | DF | Benjamin Longue | 3 December 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
11 | FW | Joseph Luenu | 28 August 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
12 | DF | Franck Oiremoin | 4 March 1975 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
13 | MF | Nicolas Ouka | 1 December 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
14 | DF | Théodore Pian | 5 November 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
15 | FW | Paul Poatinda | 7 December 1978 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
16 | DF | André Sinédo | 26 February 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Jacky Wiako | 18 August 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
18 | MF | Pierre Wajoka | 19 December 1978 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
19 | FW | Francis Watrone | 30 March 1979 (aged 24) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | Louis Samek | 24 October 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
21 | MF | Eric Elmour | Unknown | ![]() |
Coach: Ludwig Peka
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Tapas Posman | 16 October 1973 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Ricky Mesak | 26 June 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
3 | MF | Michael Foster | 5 September 1985 (aged 17) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Ravu Habuka | 18 February 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
5 | FW | Nathan Pomat | 2 April 1985 (aged 18) | ![]() | |
6 | MF | Alex Davani | 17 August 1985 (aged 17) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Desmond Sow | Unknown | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Abraham Enoch | 21 November 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Richard Daniel | 2 April 1973 (aged 30) | ![]() | |
10 | MF | Reggie Davani | 5 February 1980 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
12 | FW | Jonah Malus | Unknown | ![]() | |
13 | MF | Andrew Lepani | 28 August 1979 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
14 | FW | Armstrong Peka | 2 June 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
15 | FW | Mauri Wasi | 6 September 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
16 | DF | Yanding Tomda | 13 September 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Paul Komboi | 18 September 1976 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
18 | DF | Trevor Ire | 9 November 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
19 | DF | Russell Inai | Unknown | ![]() | |
20 | GK | David Aua | 11 February 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
21 | MF | Chique Posman | 19 April 1984 (aged 19) | ![]() | |
22 | DF | Kialou Pouru | 11 December 1984 (aged 18) | ![]() |
Coach: Patrick Jacquemet
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Daniel Tapeta | 25 October 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Angelo Tchen | 8 March 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Vehia Maurirere | 10 November 1972 (aged 30) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Steve Fatupua-Lecaill | 12 January 1976 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
5 | DF | Sylvain Booene | 31 January 1968 (aged 35) | ![]() | |
6 | MF | Franck Papaura | 13 February 1976 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Tetahio Auraa | 9 July 1973 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Teva Zaveroni | 10 October 1975 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
9 | FW | Félix Tagawa | 23 March 1976 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
10 | FW | Tony Sénéchal | 4 March 1977 (aged 26) | ![]() | |
11 | FW | Naea Bennett | 8 July 1977 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
12 | FW | Geimano Guyon | 14 November 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
13 | DF | Larry Marmouyet | 26 November 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Abel Terevarua | 2 February 1976 (aged 27) | ![]() | |
15 | FW | Raimoana Bennett | 15 March 1981 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
16 | GK | Xavier Samin | 1 January 1978 (aged 25) | ![]() | |
17 | MF | Aldo Tauhara | 18 November 1973 (aged 29) | ![]() | |
18 | DF | Teiki Kohumoetini | Unknown | ![]() |
Coach: Milan Janković
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Viliami Taufahema | 23 September 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
2 | DF | Petelo Vaihu | Unknown | ![]() | |
3 | DF | Kava Huihahau | 8 August 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
4 | DF | Sitenilesili Mafi | Unknown | ![]() | |
5 | MF | Kilifi Uele | 14 November 1974 (aged 28) | ![]() | |
6 | FW | Teu Fakava | 19 July 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
7 | MF | Mark Uhatahi | 24 March 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
8 | MF | Siosiua Maamaloa | 4 November 1980 (aged 22) | ![]() | |
9 | MF | Alisione Taufahema | Unknown | ![]() | |
10 | FW | Unaloto Feao | 16 January 1982 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
11 | MF | Ipeni Fonu'a | 21 July 1981 (aged 21) | ![]() | |
12 | MF | Maamaloa Tevi | 12 December 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
13 | DF | Makatuʻu Moeaki | 27 April 1983 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
14 | MF | Penisimani Pau | 12 September 1986 (aged 16) | ![]() | |
15 | MF | Lafaele Moala | 22 July 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() | |
16 | MF | Kamaliele Papani | 6 April 1986 (aged 17) | ![]() | |
17 | DF | Petesa Ongosia | 6 November 1979 (aged 23) | ![]() | |
20 | GK | Kavakava Manumu'a | 30 October 1982 (aged 20) | ![]() |
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