Maria David
THE first edition of the Outapi Mayoral Cup, which concluded on Tuesday, was described as a success.
The tournament attracted a total of 42 teams, including 25 youth soccer teams, 8 legend soccer teams, and 9 netball teams.
This saw the Covid 22 football team, under the youth category, being crowned champions. As winners, the team received N$26,000, a floating trophy, and gold medals.
Nampol FC, as the second-place winners, got N$18,000 and silver medals, while Okafa FC received N$10,000 and bronze medals for third place.
Meanwhile, Rocket NC netball won N$12,000, a floating trophy, and gold medals. Omusati Blazer, as the second-place winners, got N$8,000 and silver medals, while Kunene U/17 took third place with N$6,000 and bronze medals.
Town Mayor Selma Asino indicated that all participants displayed exemplary sportsmanship and competitive spirit throughout the event.
Asino emphasized that the tournament was more than just a sports competition; it also served as a platform to promote physical and mental well-being and strengthen community ties.
“This was also about fostering economic empowerment among local vendors through a marketplace that showcased and sold their goods throughout the tournament,” she said.
Asino then encouraged everyone to look forward to next year’s tournament, which promises to be even bigger and better.
The tournament was sponsored by First National Bank (FNB), Stubenrauch Planning Consultants (SPC), and the Rani Group of Companies.
