Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata was delighted to take part in welcoming home American Samoa’s Pacific Mini Games athletes upon their arrival at Pago Pago International Airport, where they were greeted enthusiastically by their families, friends and supporters.

“It’s good to have our athletes, coaches, and parents home from competing in the Republic of Palau. Our excellent athletes brought home gold and silver medals and represented our islands very well. We are all proud of their successes and competitive performances, but also all the hours of unseen hard work, training, nutrition efforts and dedication that go into these achievements, and set a good example for young aspiring athletes. Welcome home!” said Congresswoman Amata. “Thank you to our people who came out to the airport to show love and appreciation to our athletes, I could see how they enjoyed and appreciated that warm support.”

Team American Samoa competed in various sports in the Pacific Mini Games, earning an impressive number of awards, and arrived back to flags, congratulatory signs, and people wearing red, white, and blue in celebration.