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.

VI Micronesian Games
Host citySaipan
Country Northern Mariana Islands
Nations participating9
Events15 sports
Opening ceremonyJune 23, 2006 (2006-06-23)
Closing ceremonyJuly 2, 2006 (2006-07-02)
Officially opened byBenigno R. Fitial
Torch lighterXenavee Torwal
Main venueOleai 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Slow Pitch Softball was withdrawn.[2]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
RankNationGoldSilverBronzeTotal
1 Guam51271896
2 Northern Mariana Islands34333198
3 Palau27162164
4 Chuuk6101228
5 Pohnpei5151737
6 Kiribati57517
7 Marshall Islands351220
8 Kosrae3328
9 Yap27312
Totals (9 nations)136123121380
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References
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