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Onkabetse has passed away

This communiqué serves to inform the football fraternity about the death of Mr Tebro Onkabetse who passed away on Sunday 04 June 2017 after a short illness.

Mr Onkabetse is a former Chairman of Selibe-Phikwe Regional Football Association and he also served at the National Executive Commitee Board – Botswana Football Association for a number of years.

Mr Tebro Onkabetse will be Laid to rest on Saturday 10 June 2017 in Selebi Phikwe at Botshabelo cemetery. Memorial Service will be at Ikageleng hall , New stance in Selebi Phikwe at 1600 hrs to 1800 hrs on the 08 June 2017

REST IN PEACE

[Yours faithfully Barulaganye Moloi Regional Chairma]

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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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