The American Samoa Telecommunications Authority (ASTCA) has announced a full slate of major community events and tournaments to mark America’s 250th Independence Day on July 4th.
Organizers say this year’s festivities will be “one for the books,” bringing together families, athletes, and music lovers from across the islands.
The celebration will feature:
• Women’s Cricket Tournament
• The iconic Fautasi Race
• An International 7’s Rugby Tournament
• A live concert headlined by Stan Walker, with performances by Kennyon Brown and DJ Noiz
• Fireworks and Drone Show
Last Saturday, the 250th Women’s Cricket Tournament was opened in Vailoa, with Niko Wendt, CEO of the Reid Group pitching the ceremonial first ball. There are 19 village teams competing.
250th Women’s Cricket Chairman, Mariana Timu-Faiai said, “We have announced the prizes at three different meetings with all the team captains and team managers, increasing the amount each time.
“At the kickoff, we set the 1st prize at $18,000, the second prize at $15,000, the third prize at $13,000, and the fourth prize at $10,000. All other participating teams will each receive $7,000.
Reid Group (GHC Reid & Company, Samoa Motors, Pago Motors, Vaimalu Purifed Water, and Peter E. Reid Stevedoring) has joined forces with the ASTCA #HomeTeam and the American Samoa Government (ASG) as key partners for the Independence Day events.
ASTCA CEO Mrs. Folasaitu Sorepa Fata Thomas said, “We are deeply grateful to Reid Group and the American Samoa Government for partnering with ASTCA to bring this massive celebration to our community. Their unwavering support and collaboration have made it possible to create an event of this scale and significance. On behalf of ASTCA, I extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone involved. Together, we are strengthening our community and creating lasting memories for all.”
She concluded, “As we come together to celebrate this historic milestone, we invite everyone in the community to join us for these unforgettable events. With the support of our valued partners and the enthusiastic spirit of our people, this year’s 250th Independence Day promises to be one of the most memorable in American Samoa’s history.”
