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Talent identification for girls

Botswana Football Association National Women’s under 17 team Coach Ms. Tracy Tapaphiwa Gaebolae will be travelling across the regions for talent identification program for girls born in 2004/5.

The visits will be conducted at the below listed regions at the given dates:

  • Francistown 03rd -05th May 2019
  • Central North 17th -18th May 2019
  • Tswapong 18th -19th May 2019
  • Tsabong 24th -26th May 2019
  • Gaborone, Kweneng, Kgatleng, South East and Southern 31st May -02nd June 2019

We therefore request the aforementioned regions to provide her with the necessary support.  We hope this communication will reach your most understanding and supportive consideration.

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The Mares Display Heart In Tri Nations Challenge

Botswana’s senior women’s national football team recently concluded their campaign in the prestigious Three Nations Challenge, hosted by South Africa from 28 May to 3 June at the Lucas Moripe Stadium. The series saw spirited competition between Botswana, South Africa, and Zambia, as teams continued their preparations for the upcoming Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifiers.

 

Despite narrowly missing out on the top prize, Botswana showed immense character and growth throughout the tournament. The Mares kicked off their campaign with a thrilling encounter against the African champions South Africa, narrowly going down 3-2 in a tightly contested match. The team bounced back with a determined performance against Zambia, securing a 1-1 draw and demonstrating resilience and tactical discipline.

 

 

Final Tournament Results:

South Africa 3–2 Botswana

Botswana 1–1 Zambia

South Africa 2–0 Zambia

 

South Africa’s Banyana Banyana were ultimately crowned champions of the series, winning both of their matches to take the top spot. The tournament offered valuable game time and experience for all participating nations, and Botswana’s technical team, led by Head Coach Alex Malete, will take key insights from these fixtures as they refine the squad for the crucial WAFCON fianals.

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