adminTHE usually tranquil Mabvazuva was a hive of sporting activity as darts clubs from Rusape, Murehwa and Mutoko locked horns in the inaugural Chris Kamba invitational tourney last Saturday.
The day became a befitting sporting day as Chris Kamba’s CK Bar invitational tourney — which was sponsored to the tune of $500 — kicked off at 12pm only to spill into the wee hours of the following day.
The participating clubs were hosts CK Bar Darts Club, Hide Out Inn Darts Club, Mutoko Darts Club and Murehwa Darts Club.
Each team had 10 players. The matches were divided into three categories — namely singles, doubles and triples and each category had 11 points at stake. Competition was tough as the teams displayed some of the finest darts that made the tourney a far more compelling fare than the previous duels the clubs were engaged in before.
The atmosphere was fun-filled, but managed to retain and reflect well on the overall health of the darts game. This was especially true as all teams, even the losers, showed commitment to the game.
The venue CK Bar was filled to the brim as patrons and supporters rallied their troops. Mutoko was crowned the tourney overall winners after amassing 28 points.
The club got $80 prize money and an assortment of refreshments.
The second prize went to the hosts, CK Darts Club. They amassed 22 points and pocketed $60 and an assortment of refreshments.
The team started on fire, but fizzled out where it mattered most — on the last hurdle against Mutoko.
Hide Out Darts Club of Vengere were a distant third on 14 points.
The club got $40 for its efforts.
Murehwa, apart from its commitment of travelling at least 300km, appeared to have been there to add up numbers after being reduced to mere punching bags.
The club anchored the basement, with a paltry nine points.
They pocketed consolation prize of $20 plus refreshments.
Tourney organiser Chris CK Kamba was impressed by the turnout and support rendered to the tourney.
“The tournament went well and turned out to be a masterpiece. It exceeded our expectations. We are grateful to our patrons and the clubs that participate, especially those from Mutoko and Murehwa. We hope for an even bigger and better event next time,” said Kamba.
“The competition has proved that darts have grown as a key sporting and entertainment component in society. They unite communities. The standard was high and the way the guys played throughout the tournament was scintillating,” Kamba.
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