The team from Makhwibidung emerged victorious after winning in penalties against Maxakeni FC.
As a winning team they took home a whopping R20 000 in prize money and medals.
The losing team in the finals was consoled by a cheque of R10 000.
Meanwhile in netball, Nkowankowa City Rabblers were R7000 richer after smashing Leswika Classics in the finals.
The losers were consoled by R3000 in prize money.
Coach and team manager for Rabblers, Edwina Mlondobozi, told the Herald that she was happy with her girls’ performance and added that the prize money came in handy as it allowed them to buy items that were needed in the team.
Vongani Mkhari, organiser of the event, told the Herald that they are planning to make the games an annual event.
He believes this will help them unearth the hidden talent in the Tzaneen area.
Player of the Tournament, Sello Basera from CCV won R4000, while the Top Goal Scorer, Guxexe won R2500 and the Coach of the Tournament, Peremose was awarded R3000.
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The event was made successful by the sponsorship of Ritluka Resources who made sure that the local talent was rewarded for their commitment and dedication.
Mkhari invites both soccer and netball teams in the region to also be part of the games next year.
“I would like to thank our sponsor, ward councillor, team managers, players and the community for making the tourney a success,” Mkhari concluded.
For more information on next year’s event contact Vongani Mkhari on 083 752 6622.
