Fiji

While there is not currently an organised league in Fiji, the country is notable in Australian football as several players of Fijian descent play professionally in the AFL, including Port Adelaide's David Rodan and Alipate Carlile.

Australian football has been played sporadically in Fiji, with efforts made by Australian police officers based in the capital Suva in 2004. A planned league never came to fruition, however a governing body was formed, the Fijian Australian Football Association.

The Australia Network began televising games in Fiji in 2002. David Rodan has acted as an international ambassador for the sport and has a passion to see the sport succeed in Fiji.

Player Profiles

David Rodan - David Rodan is from Fiji. He began is career with Richmond and is now with Port Adelaide.

Alipate Carlile - Alipate Carlile was born in Fiji. A big and strong young defender, he plays with the Port Adelaide Power. His cousin, David Rodan also Fijian, plays for the Power.

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