The highly-anticipated 2024 Telkom Netball Challenge has kicked off with a bang with teams from across the country battling it out on days one and two, after the tournament commenced amidst great excitement at the Hoërskool Waterkloof, in Tshwane, on Monday, 24 June, 2024.
The first two days of action saw intense competition, with teams showcasing their skills and determination in an electric atmosphere, with players, coaches, and spectators all displaying their passion for the sport.
The TNC plays a vital role in the development pipeline of Netball SA by enriching the talent pool for emerging Telkom Netball League players and nurturing future national stars, and coaches, selectors and university talent scouts have been in attendance to reap the benefit, searching for young stars to join their respective netball programs.
This year’s tournament has attracted a record-breaking 88 teams vying for the championship title. This turnout represents the largest number of participating teams since the competition’s inception in 2021.
To enable this premiere youth tournament, Netball South Africa, in collaboration with SA Schools Netball, has partnered with mobile network operator Telkom to provide a platform for girls from all over the country to showcase their netball skills.
On Tuesday, a grand opening ceremony took place to warmly welcome all participants, with esteemed speakers including Deputy Mayor of the City of Tshwane, Dr Nasiphi Moya, SASN President Di Wooley, Telkom’s Senior Manager: Brand & CSB Marketing Nozishada Mkhize, and NSA President Cecilia Molokwane.
Each speaker delivered inspiring words, emphasizing the significant role of netball and urging parents to support their children’s involvement in the sport actively.
“Empowering girls to play sports is not just about winning games, it’s about winning life,” said SASN President, Di Wooley.
“Parents, let’s step up and support our daughters, not just with cheers from the sidelines, but with a culture of encouragement and belief that helps them grow strong, confident, and unstoppable – both on and off the field.”
SASN President, Di Wooley
The tournament continues, with teams vying for a spot in the finals. Don’t miss out on the action!
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Main Photo Caption: The highly-anticipated 2024 Telkom Netball Challenge has kicked off with a bang featuring a record-breaking 88 teams from all across the country battling it out on for national honours at the Hoërskool Waterkloof in Tshwane, on Monday, 24 June, 2024. Photo: Netball South Africa
Photo 2 Caption: Telkom’s Senior Manager: Brand & CSB Marketing, Nozishada Mkhize, addressing the girls on the tournament’s grand opening ceremony. Photo: Netball South Africa
