Development

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Dec 4, 2022

This morning the BFA through the department of Women football held a Grassroots Festival in Shakawe under the Nhabe Region.

In attendance was the BFA President Mr Maclean Letshwiti, Women Rep in the National Executive Committee Ms Lobito Ncube, the BFA CEO Mr Mfolo Mfolo, the Chairperson of the National Women Football committee Ms Keeng Mosinyi, the BFA Head of women football Ms Tsholofelo Sethoko, the Chairperson of the Nhabe Regional Football Association Mr Sebele and the brand ambassador of Grassroots programmes who is also the Vice Captain of the Women Senior National team The Mares Ms Nondi Mahlasela amongst others.

Grassroots and player development is a pillar under the strategies that the Women football department came up with that are also in line with the FIFA women’s development programme. It focuses in depth on participation and teaching basic techniques to the girl child to promote the women’s game, giving the girls an opportunity to play, have fun and learn life skills through football at a young age. This pillar also helps in improving results in National under 17 and 20 teams as the children grow up with the correct skills.

The BFA President gave a few words as to encourage the children, he told them that they are the future and they should know that football is for all.

When addressing the media, the Head of women Football Ms Sethoko brought to light that they do not intend on doing this festivals then neglect the centres

“the whole of the past week we had our instructors in Shakawe training the coaches so that they teach the children correct skills even in our absence”, she explained.

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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

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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.