Champions of u.10 soccer tournament

Mitchell House was crowned the 2018 winners of the annual Pietersburg English Medium Primary School (Pemps) u.10 soccer tournament after defeating the u.10 soccer team of Flora Park Comprehensive Primary School 4-3 in the final on Saturday.
Mitchell House’s goals were scored by Lathitha Yaya, Nkateko Mathebula, Tebanye Mmethi and the team captian, Munei Malada.
Underway to the finals Mitchell House eliminated Pemps, Pietersburg Comprehensive School (PCS), Eagle’s Nest and PEPPS Polo­kwane Preparatory School.
Mitchell House coach Jan Motloutsi was elated about his team’s victory and expressed satisfaction with the performance of the team throughout the tournament. “We prepared and trained well for this tournament. We knew it was not going to be easy playing against the likes of PEPPS and PCS who are good teams and tough opponents. We had a game plan and it worked. Credit should go to the players, their parents and the school management for their support,” Motloutsi said.
Congratulating Mitchell House, event organiser and sport coordinator at Pemps, Mabine Mametja said they were impressed with the Mitchell House team. “They played well throughout the tournament and we are looking forward to see them defending the title next year,” Mametja said.
He thanked the parents and the participating schools for supporting the tournament every year. “We could not have done it without them. This tournament aims at developing the talent of budding soccer players and forging new friendship among players, supporters and parents alike,” Mametja said.

Story and photos: Herbert Rachuene
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