Bernard Goma

Goma was named as captain of the side by coach Michael Marum this afternoon in a joint press conference. The event was hosted at the Holiday Inn, which included Australian coach Mal Meninga and captain Greg Inglis.

Goma said the news of his captaincy was still sinking in.

"I'm still in shock. I'm humbled and at the same time proud to lead the team. I will do my best," said Goma.

The PNG Prime Minister's XIII:

The 25-year-old captain of the Gulf Isapea team, Bernard Goma, made his first appearance in the Hunters training camp this week after playing 13 round games with Gulf Isapea in the Digicel Cup competition.

Goma started playing in local competitions in schools. His move from the national level in the Digicel Cup and into the international level was a quick one.

PNG SP Hunters coach Michael Marum told the media that due to a lot of injuries to his players, Goma was recruited as a backup after seeing his potential at the national level.