Lautoka Football nominates Sundeep Roy for Fiji FA Vice President South

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8/31/20262 min read

Long-serving Tailevu Naitasiri Football Association President Sundeep Roy has been nominated by Lautoka Football Association for the position of Fiji Football Association Vice President South.

Speaking to Duavata News, Lautoka Football Association President Shalendra Prasad confirmed the nomination and threw his support behind Roy, citing his extensive experience, proven leadership and years of contribution to football in Fiji.

Prasad believes Roy has the experience and administrative credentials required to contribute at a higher level within Fiji football.

Roy's football administrative journey stretches back more than two decades, beginning with Tailevu Naitasiri in 2003 when he served as Assistant Manager.

He returned to the association as Team Director in 2007 before making history a year later when, at just 27 years of age, he became the youngest President of the Tailevu Naitasiri Football Association.

Roy has remained unopposed in subsequent elections in 2012, 2016, 2020 and 2024, reflecting the confidence placed in his leadership over the years.

His contribution to football administration has also received national recognition, with Roy winning the Fiji FA Administrator of the Year Award in 2008 and 2011.

Tailevu Naitasiri has achieved considerable success during his tenure, winning the National Senior Viti Levu League in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2021 and 2025.

The district also secured National Senior League titles in 2008, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2021 and 2025 and earned promotion to the Premier Division for the 2015, 2022 and 2026 seasons.

Tailevu Naitasiri also won the Senior Division Inter-District Championship in 2008, 2010 and 2012.

Roy's sustained contribution, vision and role in the transformation of the district has seen him widely regarded as the “Father of Modern Tailevu Naitasiri Football.”

His contribution extends beyond the football field.

Roy served as Vice President of the Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinithi Sabha Fiji – Rewa Branch from 2009 until January 2026 and was Manager of Chauhan Memorial School from 2013 until January 2026.

He currently continues his professional career as a businessman and Insurance Advisor with BSP Life Fiji Ltd.

Roy's nomination will now be subject to the Fiji FA governance process, with the Governance Committee expected to review the proposed nominations on September 2 before eligible candidates are confirmed.

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