SEBOKENG.- The Annual Master Zondo Foundation Tournament, featuring junior teams from the Emfuleni Local Football Association, kicked off over the weekend.

The tournament began on Saturday, with teams from Group A and Group D competing throughout the day. It was a great advert for the development of football as the youngsters showcased their talent.

Parents come in numbers

The Zone 12 community, especially parents, came in numbers to support these future football stars. However, the organisers had to suspend the Sunday fixtures due to the heavy rains. The games were between Group B and Group C teams.

Speaking to Sedibeng Ster Sport, Master Zondo said the other groups played all their games on Saturday. He said the Sunday games were suspended for the safety of the young players.

He told Sedibeng Ster Sport that only the U11’s played this weekend, with all other divisions expected to start their games this coming weekend.

This coming weekend will see the U13, U15, and U17 in action at the same venue. 

“A new date will be rescheduled for the groups who were affected in due time,” said Zondo.

Games to be played mid-week

With the school closing this coming Friday, Zondo said some of the games will be played midweek.

This tournament is part of the Easter Holidays programme.

At this time of the year, there are tournaments taking place all over Sedibeng at various sports grounds. The UK Easter Soccer Tournament is one of the most popular senior tournaments that takes place during the Easter Holidays at the UK Soccer Ground in Zone 7.