The Women’s Top-3 Tournament, which took place on Saturday December 5 at Badfontein Sports Ground, was aimed at keeping young people away from alcohol and drug abuse.

According to Riverside Football Club coach, Johan Herbst, the rights of women should never be violated.

“Through this tournament we want to teach young boys to learn to love and respect our women and girl children,” said Herbst.

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“Personal safety is a human right. When communities do not feel safe and live in fear, our country’s economic development and people’s well-being are affected, hindering their ability to achieve their potential.”

Three teams played in the tournament, Riverside FC, Ria Stars and Mashishing Ladies FC. Riverside FC won the tournament and walked away with a trophy and gold medals. Ria Stars FC were second and won silver medals, and Mashishing FC were the third walked away with bronze medals.

Riverside FC’s Busisiwe Msoma was the player of the tournament and was awarded a trophy and a medal.

The teams thanked Jerry Mashego for the trophies and medals. Another tournament will be held on December 16.
Interested women soccer players and the community are invited.

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For information phone Herbst on 060-574-4581 or Siwisha Masinga on 067-276-8859.