The ‘chimpomba’ tournament was held last Friday at Kalinglinga. A chimpomba is the ball that was used…which is made up of recycled plastic bags and paper! At the tournament football, volley and netball were played. The teams fought for a place in the finals and the winning trophy!
The boy’s U12’s football displayed fantastic skills and ability which led to a final between Ghana and Barcelona. It was so close that even penalties could not differentiate between the two and Barcelona took the prize after they knocked out Ghana in sudden death. The ‘Player of the Tournament’ for the U12’s boy’s football was John from Ghana who played extremely well and fair.
The boy’s in the U15’s also played incredible football and the effort and stamina in the heat was impressive. The final was between Club 9 and Portugal with a clear 3-0 win to Club 9. The ‘Player of the Tournament’ was Goodson who led his team and performed well.
‘Hunters’ smashed the volleyball by winning the first three sets by 25 and easily taking the prize. The ‘Player of the Tournament’ was Kelly.
The netball also displayed the fantastic ability that some of the girls in Kalinglinga hold and the prize went to Fox Girls after a match on the new court in the compound. The ‘Player of the Tournament’ went to Chimunwa for her team spirit and skills. Hayley, the netball coach and IDEALS team leader, explained “the standard was high and the game was very close…there were hardly any fowls at all which is great”.
It was great to see that the organisation of the student’s and peer leaders led to such a great day. Matt and Rianne also pulled in Marc and Hayley for their refereeing skills which added to the effectiveness of the day. Poi’s were also brought along to provide additional entertainment for some of the children who were not participating in sports that day! Despite the immense heat and long hours the day was a huge success and was immensely enjoyed by all who attended.
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