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A PARTNERSHIP between Aces Youth Soccer Academy (AYSA) and Eaglesvale Senior School, aimed at delivering high-quality education to exceptionally talented young football players, is bearing fruit.
The two institutions have been in partnership for the past five years and the results have been impressive.
This collaboration empowered AYSA to enrol 20 boys and one girl at Eaglesvale, while simultaneously allowing Eaglesvale to leverage Aces’ expertise in youth football development.
Notably, Courtney Tsamba, has since secured a sports scholarship and is currently attending High School in the United States.
The goal of this partnership is to nurture well-rounded student-athletes who can thrive both on and off the pitch.
“As we enter the fifth year of this transformative alliance, Eaglesvale Senior School has undergone a remarkable evolution — from a non-soccer playing institution to one of the top three schools nationally,” AYSA said in a statement.
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“Sixteen AYSA boys have played pivotal roles in the Under 16 and Under 20 teams, guided by Coach David Muzhingi, himself an AYSA graduate.
“This academic year, the school has achieved an unprecedented perfect season, leaving an indelible mark on the players, student body, staff, and parents.
“Their participation in the CHISZ Schools Soccer League as newcomers has revolutionised high school football, introducing a distinct philosophy and style of play that captivated both players and spectators.
“They participated in the CHISZ Schools Soccer League as new members to the schools’ soccer family.
“Undoubtedly, the boys transformed the art of high school football by introducing a philosophy and style of play that created a mesmerising experience for both players and spectators.”
The key results were as follows: Hammer & Tongues U/20 Invitational Soccer Tournament 2023; Eaglesvale made it to the quarter finals losing 4-5 on penalties to Goromonzi High School.
The tournament awards included Eaglesvale players winning the most promising player of the tournament (Takudzwa Mahlanzi, goalkeeper) and Hammer & Tongues Select Team (Benjamin Goliath & Tanatswa Mashoko).
In the CHISZ Under-20 Soccer Tournament 2023 Eaglesvale lost 0-1 to Peterhouse Boys in the final.
AYSA boys excelled in other sports as follows: Benjamin Goliath set a new U16, 200m sprint record, Tanatswa Mashoko won gold in the U17 Boys 110m hurdles at the Inter-Provincial Athletics Championships and represented Zimbabwe at the Zone VI championships.
In addition to their athletic prowess, the boys from AYSA have demonstrated commendable academic performance.
“AYSA expresses profound gratitude to Eaglesvale Senior School for its pivotal role in transforming the lives of these boys and a girl from marginalised backgrounds. Through this partnership, they have evolved into confident individuals capable of leadership, athletic excellence, and any pursuit they choose to follow.”
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