The Return of The Big Chintsa Sports Day!

Crowds gather for the 10s football penalty shoot out 

Saturday 1^st March saw the return of The Big Chintsa Sports Day. The community turned out in force with representation from schools, local businesses and many sports clubs. The event included rugby, football, netball and volleyball competitions as well as boxing and cricket exhibition matches. 

Chintsa Cricket team discuss tactics

The main event started at 9:30 with the first game of the day was a cricket match between Chintsa Cricket Club to and an invitational adult opposition. I must say it was pretty amazing watching Awonke, the youngest Cricket Club member playing in his smart cricket whites and even taking a wicket. That means his record still stands of taking a wicket in every match he has played.

The event continued with an adult football match and the mighty Gorillas easily beat African Heartland Journeys to advance to the next round. The DJ and MC played a lively mix of music and the weather was fantastic. Hundreds gathered at the sports field as the day went on.

Chintsa Boxing Club put on a fantastic display

One of the highlights of the day was an exhibition by Chintsa Boxing Club. The coach, Sindile, has obviously worked very hard with these young boys as the skills on display were exceptional.

We would like to thank all those who supported the event by entering teams and sponsoring the equipment and refreshments. It was a true success and a fantastic way to celebrate the 1^st anniversary of the Chintsa Sports Area. We hope all those involved with the Sports Area, including our international sponsors are pleased to see how much of a centre piece for the village the area has become.

Here are the trophy winners:

SCHOOLS:

 10s football                         Bulugha Farm School

 17s football                         Young Stars

 Under 10s Netball               Chintsa East Primary

 Under 14s Netball               Chintsa East Primary

 Volleyball                            Chintsa East Primary

ADULTS:

Rugby                                 Aniseed 

Netball                                Tina’s Team

Volleyball                            The Blue Stars

Football                               Real Madrid

If you'd like to get involved with youth sports in Chintsa in anyway then your help and enthusiasm will be much appreciated. Email admin@friendsofchintsa.org for details. 

JOIN US NEXT YEAR FOR MORE BIG CHINTSA SPORTS ACTION! 

by Shaun Odwa Mtshini