2006 Micronesian Games
The 6th Micronesian Games were held on Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands from June 23-July 2, 2006. The Games featured competition in 15 different sports/disciplines.
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| Host city | Saipan |
|---|---|
| Country |  Northern Mariana Islands |
| Nations participating | 9 |
| Events | 15 sports |
| Opening ceremony | June 23, 2006 |
| Closing ceremony | July 2, 2006 |
| Officially opened by | Benigno R. Fitial |
| Torch lighter | Xenavee Torwal |
| Main venue | Oleai Sports Complex |
In February 2006, the Games were canceled by the Governor of the Northern Marianas, Benigno R. Fitial, due to a financial crisis and a lack of planning. However, after pleas from athletes, coaches and parents, and the creation of a financial plan, the Games were allowed to go on.
On June 23, 2006, the games were officially opened by the Governor of the Northern Mariana Islands, Benigno R. Fitial. The torch lighter was swimmer Xenavee Torwal. She has won 22 gold medals in past Micronesian Games as Xenavee Pangelinan.[1]
Participating countries
Sports
Slow Pitch Softball was withdrawn.[2]
Overall medal standings
| Rank | Nation | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Guam | 51 | 27 | 18 | 96 |
| 2 | Northern Mariana Islands | 34 | 33 | 31 | 98 |
| 3 |  Palau | 27 | 16 | 21 | 64 |
| 4 |  Chuuk | 6 | 10 | 12 | 28 |
| 5 |  Pohnpei | 5 | 15 | 17 | 37 |
| 6 |  Kiribati | 5 | 7 | 5 | 17 |
| 7 |  Marshall Islands | 3 | 5 | 12 | 20 |
| 8 |  Kosrae | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| 9 |  Yap | 2 | 7 | 3 | 12 |
| Totals (9 nations) | 136 | 123 | 121 | 380 | |
References
- Seman, Shan (June 23, 2006), MICONESIAN GAMES OPEN ON SAIPAN, Saipan Tribune, archived from the original on July 5, 2013, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Slow Pitch Softball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Athletics, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Baseball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Basketball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Beach Volleyball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Fast Pitch Softball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Golf, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Micro All Around, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Spearfishing, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Swimming, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Table Tennis, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Tennis, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Triathlon, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Va'a Canoe, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Volleyball, retrieved May 7, 2013
- 2006 Micronesian Games - Wrestling, retrieved May 7, 2013
External links
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