Curro Protea Glen hosted an Inter-Curro Cup Festival Day for learners from various Curro schools on August 17.
The event was designed to give learners who do not formally play soccer the opportunity to learn the game’s skills, enjoy themselves, and experience the energy of the sport while building school spirit and teamwork.
Soccer coach at Curro Wilgeheuwel, Emma-Leigh van der Walt, said the festival allows learners to step out of their comfort zones, enjoy the fresh air, and showcase the skills they have learned from their coaches.
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“We are always behind desks and working, so it is important to get our blood pumping, be out in the open, and learn new skills.”
“This festival teaches learners teamwork, how to win and lose gracefully, and it helps them develop holistically.”
“It also gives them the confidence to try new things and discover talents they did not know they had,” she said.
Eight teams of boys and girls from grades four to seven took part in the sports, enjoying the games while being cheered on by their parents.
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RCL Grade 11 learner Lavender Nyandeni, from Protea Glen, said the festival is a great initiative as it brings together learners from different Curro schools and encourages them to show support and respect for one another.
“It is so nice to see learners gaining new skills such as teamwork and leadership, not only in the classroom but also on the sports field.”
“This initiative brings positivity to the learners and gives them the chance to showcase what they have been learning during practice at their schools,” she said.
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RCL Grade 11 learner Kgosi Setloboko said he wishes the festival could be held every term because it promotes physical fitness among learners.
Setloboko said he believes that the festival can help them improve academically.
“Playing sports helps us think positively, relax our minds, and work better with others. Initiatives like this are important for us as learners,” he said.
