eKasi cricket challenge returns to Mamelodi
eKasi Challenge aims to grow the game of cricket in the townships.
Eliot Mahlase
The eKasi Challenge returns to Mamelodi on Wednesday, when Highveld Lions and the Unlimited Titans face off in a charity game.
The programme started three years ago in Mamelodi where the Titans, Lions and Cape Cobras participated.
The main aim of the eKasi Challenge is to bring professional cricket to the township and help grow the fans base.
The intention is to develop the sport at a grassroots level, using sport as a tool for initiating life-skills training as well as to inspire township youth.
“As in previous years, the host team and sponsor (Momentum) use the occasion as a chance to engage with the local community, especially with schools in the area, prior to the match. The Lions and volunteers from Momentum will be visiting local schools with a fun and interactive life-skills programme a few days before the match,” Momentum said.
The game starts at 10:00 at the Mamelodi Oval in Maseko Street.
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