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Mares Braced for Zambia Challenge

Apr 29, 2022

The Senior National Women’s Team (The Mares) are geared up for the two friendly games to be be played against Zambia at the Nkoloma Stadium in Lusaka.

The first of the double fixture encounter is to be played on Friday 29th April 2022 and The Mares Assistant Coach Alex Malete believes that the team can use the friendlies as part of their preparation for the Africa Women’s Cup of Nation which is slated for Morocco in two (2) months time.

“We have been assessing players who have been with us in camp and we believe that the two friendly games will help further our preparations for the tournament”, said Malete

He further believe that they have studied their Zambian counterparts well and they will use that to their advantage in terms of preparing the team for the tournament.

“Zambia is a strong side and even in the FIFA rankings they are above us, they qualified for the Olympics after they beat Cameroon 3-1 and even the AWCON they are going there for the third time which says a lot about them so we are expecting a tough game”.

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CAF C coaching course for coaches in women’s football officially began today, marking the first day of a week-long training program that will run until April 14, 2025, at the Lekidi Football Centre.

Aimed at enhancing the skills of coaches in women’s football, the course has attracted 30 participants from various regions across the country, including areas such as Nhabe, Tsabong, Hukuntsi, Central, and the FRAFA regions. Notably, two of the participants come from the national team: current Mares midfielder Golebaone Selebatso and former Mares defender Lebogang Setereke.

The course, designed to provide in-depth coaching knowledge and technical expertise, is led by experienced instructor Sepheko Motlhagodi. The course is being coordinated by the BFA Women’s Football Development and Grassroots Instructor Ms. Barobi Nwako, ensuring that participants receive top-notch training throughout the program.

The CAF C coaching course aims to empower and upskill local coaches to help elevate women’s football in Botswana, with a special focus on developing the next generation of talent in the sport. By the end of the course, attendees are expected to have gained the essential tools and insights to further their coaching careers and contribute to the growth of women’s football in Botswana.

As the days progress, the participants will be engaging in various sessions, blending theory and practical work, ensuring a well-rounded learning experience that will benefit both the individuals involved and the football community at large.

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