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References
- 1 2 Misa Telefon Retzlaff, An Enduring Legacy – The German Influence In Samoan Culture And History
- ↑ St Paul's College Alumni
- 1 2 Samoan Sports Association Contacts
- ↑ Samoa International Cricket Association – Staff Members
- ↑ ICC Development Awards 2002
- ↑ ICC Development Awards 2006
- ↑ Westpac First To Answer Call Of 2008 Olympic Team