Neil Agius and Fabio Spiteri Swim 12 Hours Straight for Inspire Malta

Apr 15 2024

Local heroes Neil Agius and Fabio Spiteri embarked on a 12-hour community charity swim yesterday, aiming to raise funds and awareness for Inspire Malta.

Neil Agius, an ultra-distance swimmer holding the world record for the longest unassisted ocean swim, and Fabio Spiteri, a seasoned triathlon coach and record holder, accomplished this feat. For Spiteri, it marked his longest swim to date.

Their objective was to advocate for swimming accessibility for all children, emphasising its potential to provide safety and enjoyment for families, with all proceeds are intended to improve swimming programs and facilities for children through Inspire Malta.

Starting at 7 am and concluding at 7 pm, the 12-hour swim took place at Neptunes Pool in St. Julian’s. Throughout the day, various individuals, from Neil and Fabio’s friends to young swimmers, joined in to offer encouragement and support. Notable figures, including opposition leader Bernard Grech, were present to cheer on Neil and Fabio.

The swim concluded at 7 pm, with Neil Agius having swum a total of 44 km during the marathon.

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Falcons Secure Fourth Straight Rugby Cisk League Title

Apr 14 2024

Falcons RFC have once again demonstrated their dominance in Maltese rugby by clinching their fourth consecutive Rugby Cisk League title. This weekend, the team celebrated their continued success by sharing a team photo on social media, jubilantly captioned “Champions once again” with the hashtag #4inarow, highlighting their impressive streak of victories.

Since the 2019/2020 season, Falcons RFC has consistently topped the Cisk Lager League, showcasing their strength and consistency in the sport. Their latest triumph adds another chapter to their ongoing legacy in Maltese rugby, confirming their status as a formidable force in the league.

The club’s sustained success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, coaching staff, and everyone involved. Falcons RFC’s achievement in securing four titles in a row marks them as one of the standout teams in the league’s history, setting a high bar for excellence and competitiveness in Maltese rugby.

Well done Falcons!

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Melita Nears Challenge League Title with Victory Over Zabbar

Apr 14 2024

Melita edged closer to clinching the BOV Challenge League title with a convincing 2-0 victory over Zabbar at the Centenary Stadium. This crucial match on the 23rd featured the two top teams of the league, both promoted earlier in the season and now competing for the championship.

The match, played in front of the season’s largest crowd, was a tense affair with both teams initially struggling to score in the first half, hindered partly by strong winds. However, the second half saw Melita capitalise on the wind advantage. Jesus Yepez opened the scoring early in the half with a well-struck volley, assisted by Andre Carlos. Not long after, Matthew Debattista doubled the lead with a powerful long-range shot, again set up by Carlos, making it difficult for the Zabbar goalkeeper to respond.

This win brought Melita within one point of the title, bolstered by their formidable defense achieving their fifth consecutive clean sheet and maintaining an unbeaten streak in the top six. The team’s solid performance and strategic plays were crucial in securing these valuable three points in their title chase.

Melita’s latest win, highlighted by their fifth consecutive clean sheet and an unbeaten run in the top six, brings them closer to a league title, with Zabbar equally positioned to challenge for top honours in the remaining fixtures.

Time will tell which Maltese team will manage to clench league supremacy. Who are you supporting?

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Three Vella Siblings Dominate AgriFair Junior Handler Event

Apr 14 2024

At the recent AgriFair’s Junior Handler Competitions, three young handlers from the Vella family achieved quite the feat. Nine-year-old Jacob Vella, Six-year-old Nicole Vella, and eleven-year-old Elyza Vella swept the top positions, placing first, second, and third respectively in the Junior Handler Finals. Jacob, at nine, stood out by being crowned the overall champion.

The siblings’ journey to the finals saw them not only competing against each other but also against other skilled competitors. Their success in securing the top three spots came as a result of the children dominating their respective age groups with their exceptional skills in handling and presenting.

Their parents, Charles and Luana Vella, were recently featured in an interview with Malta Daily’s M Files. In the interview, they shared insights into their daily life, providing fresh dairy products to Maltese families. Both the parents’ day-to-day efforts to keep Malta’s fridges stocked with fresh milk as well as their children’s stellar performance at the AgriFair is truly a testament to the family’s respect for local agriculture.

Major congratulations to young Nicole, Jacob, and Elyza for their amazing results at the Junior Handler Competitions!

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