Kliptown stages annual Easter football showdown with R40 000 prize
The annual Kliptown Easter tournament returns, bringing football and community together.
Football fans from Kliptown, Eldorado Park, Pimville and surrounding areas are in for a treat this Easter as the third annual Kliptown Easter Community Tournament (KECT) kicks off at Kliptown soccer ground.
The four-day tournament, starting Friday, April 3, will feature 16 teams battling it out for glory and cash prizes.
The organisers include Jabulani Nzimande, Thami Mbanjwa, Sfiso Letshole and Chicco Ndlovu.
According to one of the organisers and manager of Amaywepeywepe FC, Ndlovu, 10 teams have already confirmed their participation, with more expected to join before the event starts.
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“Slots are still open. We want as many teams as possible to be part of this,” he said.
The stakes are high, with the first prize set at R40 000 and second prize R8 000. Each team pays a R3 000 affiliation fee, while match officials are supported through a R150 match fee per team.
Semi-finals and finals will take place on Monday, April 6.
“The tournament is about more than just winning,” Ndlovu said. “It unites communities from Kliptown and surrounding areas. Football is a way to bring young people together and build connections.”
The KECT started three years ago, and organisers say it has grown each year.
“We grew up here, and we have seen how important football is in the community,” said Ndlovu. “We want this tournament to go further every year and give our youth opportunities to showcase their talent.”
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Fans are encouraged to come out and support local football while enjoying the festive spirit this Easter.
Participating teams are;
•Amaywepeywepe FC
•Dortmund FC
•3AMA 2k FC
•Ama Hawks FC
•Strokes FC
•Bulter Stars FC
•Va Wanati FC
•Protea Magents FC
•Shashalaza FC
•Hlanganani FC
Strokes FC and Amaywepeywepe FC clashed in a friendly match in preparation for the KECT, the ended with 2 all draw.
For more information contact Ndlovu at 073 537 7144.
