Chronicle Editor
Patrick Chitumba, [email protected] T
All is set for the inaugural Sheasham FC Social Soccer Tournament that has attracted an impressive 36 social clubs from across the Midlands Province in its first edition.
The tournament, which runs for three weeks, has kicked off at Chaplin High School and at Gweru Sports Club attracting about 1 000 players.
The tournament also aims to promote social cohesion, raise awareness about the dangers of drug and substance abuse, and provide a platform for networking and relationship-building.
Given the overwhelming response, the tournament is set to become a key annual event on the local sports calendar.
Sheasham FC board member for marketing, Munyaradzi Mafaza, said the tournament was established as a way of ploughing back to the community.
“The main goal of this tournament is to give back to the community that has stood by us over the years. We started as a social soccer club, but we managed to grow and eventually progressed to the Premier Soccer League,” Mafaza said.
Sheasham FC will also use the tournament to mobilise support and attract potential partners.
Teams have been drawn into eight groups, with the top two teams from each group advancing
Winning teams will receive kits, trophies, and balls, among other prizes.
Online Reporter