DUMI DE-MENTOR WINTER GAMES CONTINUES
By Thulane Madalane
Manganeng: Dumi De Mentor Winter Games Tournament is an annual sporting event held during the winter season, this year’s tournament prioritized under 17s for netball and under 21s for football. It brings together athletes from different villages to compete in a variety of winter sports.
Dumi De Mentor tournament features a range of popular winter sports including soccer, netball and colour run. Athletes showcased their skills and compete against each other in multiple events within each sport.
The tournament typically takes place in Manganeng in the area of Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality in ward 17, where various winter sports activities are available.
Dumi De Mentor tournament follows a specific schedule, with each sport having its own competition and medals being awarded to the top athletes or teams. The games are spread out over a period of two days, allowing participants to compete in multiple events and for spectators to enjoy a range of winter sports.
The tournament is not only an opportunity for athletes to showcase their talents, but it also fosters friendships and cultural exchange. Athletes from different backgrounds come together to compete and develop a sense of camaraderie, promoting global understanding and unity.
Dumi De Mentor tournament is highly anticipated by sports enthusiasts and fans of winter sports. It attracted a large audience both at the venue and on social media. The competition is known for its thrilling performances, underdog victories, and memorable moments.
Overall,Dumi De Mentor tournament is a prestigious event that celebrates winter sports, promotes sportsmanship, and highlights the dedication and talent of athletes from around the world. Dumi De Mentor tournament hosted the tournament in partnership with the following companies KMK Photography, PMASH and other stakeholders.This is how teams fared during the two days tournament:
Under 21 Semifinal
Sunday Results
Game 1
Mmotong 1-0 De blues
Game 2
Batlhokwa 0(2)-0(4)Future fc
Final
Future 0(4)-0(3) Mmotong fc
Football individual awards
Mawela Election : Leading goal score(Mmotong S Academy)
Youngest Player: Mawela Election born 2009( Mmotong Sports Academy)
Player of the tournament: Thabang (Future FC)
GOALKEEPER (Calvin (Mmotong Sports Academy)
Coach: Mike Nare (Future)
Under 17 Netball results
Game 1
Geu NC 05- 06 MarangRang NC
Game 2
Inner city 16 – 12 stars39
Game 3
Madrid 17 – 10 Young stars
Game 4
Geu 07 – 13 JF Heartbreakers
Semi finals
Game 1
Madrid 08 – 05 Inner city
Game 2
JF Heartbreakers 20- 01 MarangMarang
Finals
Madrid 04 – 10 JF Heartbreakers
Netball individual awards
1. Coach of thr tournament = Vembie mohlala from jf Heartbreakers
2. Defender of the tournament = lebo from inner city
3. Youngest player of tournament = Mabelane kgothatso from M. Madrid
4. Best Attacking Player -charity from JF Heartbreakers
5. Best shooter – Mabelane kgothatso from Madrid
