a title="Uzuchuku Ogbonna, Ncobeni Kenani, Thabile Sefadi, Ontlametse Segosapelo, Tlhalefo Lesane (winner: A sec-tion), best women’s player, Precious Lekgowe, and (front) Olebogeng Modise (winner: B section), and best women’s player, Rorisang Matlabe." hr"><i" st" sr" wi" he"></" />"entswe, Leeudoringstad - Tshimega Chess Institute hosted a rapid chess tournament for schools on March 15. The tournament consisted of two sections (A and B) and prizes included medals, trophies, and chess sets. The A section winner is Tlhaloso Lesane, Ncobeni Kenani was second and Uzuchuku Ogbonna third. The best women’s player is Precious Lekgowe. Olebogeng Modise won the B section, followed by Thabile Sefadi, and Ontlametse Segosapelo third. Rorisang Matlabe was the women’s player.
Checkmate in Jouberton
Lentswe, Jouberton - The Matlosana Chess Academy hosted a tournament this past weekend at Ledibeng Centre (old Roman Catholic Church). The mission of the academy is to make chess popular in the townships and produce world class players.
Sport against crime
Lentswe, Kanana - A football tournament over Easter will send a message of sport against crime and GBV. The MPG kasi Easter tournament will be held at Kanana’s Mpheqeke stadium from April 18-20. All teams are invited to take part. The scouting of local talent in the area is the first priority. Children need to take part in sport to stay away from crime and drugs.
Athlete with a bright future
Alberto Mogoje from Excelsior Primary School ran an excellent race at provincial level. He finished second in the 1 200 m.
Athletes qualify for Nationals
Two athletes from Ithuseng Primary School participated in the provincial athletics meeting in Potchefstroom on March 7. Both athletes participated in u10 1200m. Williams Kgothatso ended third with 3:57. He qualified for the Nationals in Boksburg from March 20-21. Nomalanga Malefo ended fourth with 4:23. She also qualified for the Nationals. They are seen with the principal, RJ Shuping (left) and their coach, Matshidiso Matlhoko.
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