PH Sports, in partnership with Enoch Mgijima Netball Association, hosted a successful inaugural PH Sports Netball Splash at the Dumpy Adams Sports Complex in Komani on Saturday.
This netball competition, hosted six teams from around the district and one team from the Buffalo City Metro, all seven teams were vying for the title of being the best netball side.
Phumelele Hlati of PH Sports said this this tournament was supposed to be held last year December, but due to lockdown they had to postpone. He also said they will continue to work with the association to keep the tournament going.
“This tournament was supposed to have been held in December last year but because of the lockdown we had to postpone it. This is a start of a series of netball tournaments that we have planned for the rest of the year.
“PH Sports has partnered with netball to make sure that the girl child is given all the opportunities available and to also keep them active throughout the year,” said Hlati.
PH Sports is a sports brand that specialises in sports equipment, apparel for the affordable and premium market. They also specialise in organising sports events and tournaments.
The tournament was also graced by the presence of the Eastern Cape Netball Association president, Mpumi Javu.
Javu said netball, and sport in general, helped kids stay active, but it also built their characters and confidence.
“Sport helps you come out of your shell; it helps you to associate with other kids. Sport teaches discipline, from that perspective this has been very successful. With all the challenges that they have had, they still managed to pull off an amazing tournament,” she said.
Qonce-based side Phakamisa Crusaders became the champions of the tournament, beating Inkwenkwezi of Komani in the final 33-15. They walked away with R2 500, a trophy and playing kit, while Inkwenkwezi got R1 500 and silver medals. Third placed Wailers, from Zwartwater, and fourth placed Mavuka, from Vaalbank, each received R500.
Individual prizes:
Best shooter – Thelma Busisiwe Teka from PK Crusaders
Best defender – Sisipho Mayekiso from PK Crusaders
Best young player – Avela Williams from Inkwenkwezi
