By Tatiana Mhararira
Two schools from Chivi District, Chibi and Chidyamakono High were crowned provincial champions of the National Secondary Heads Masvingo Provincial tournament which was held at Mucheke Stadium on June 27, 2025.
The event which attracted schools from all the seven districts of Masvingo Province showed remarkable hard work and high competitive spirit with Chibi and Chidyamakono after beating Kuwirirana collected trophies and medals in handball boys and girls respectively.
In soccer Chibi was crowned Provincial champions in boys and girls catergory where the boys won after beating Pamushana High in the finals.
In netball Pamushana High scooped the gold medal after beating Chibi in the finals.
Speaking to TellZim News, Chibi School head, Raymond Ndega said their learners balance school work and sporting activities and they encouraged them to produce outstanding results in all the disciplines.
“I am proud of this school because we have been scooping a number of trophies but we have managed to balance academics and co-curricular activities thus today we received a number of gold medals. These medals will go a long way in motivating learners in other disciplines who failed to excel.
“Learners train for sporting activities almost every day with seriously competent staff. We get extra support from parents who want their children to achieve big in class and in sport. Through the provision of sportswear and financial assistance from parents the learners ought to excel,” said Ndega.
The trophies that were given to the winning teams were courtesy of Masvingo Handball board an affiliate of Zimbabwe Handball Federation who also gave the Under 17 provincial handball winners their trophies.
Handing over the trophies, Masvingo Handball Board Provincial Chairperson Hatifitose Chirikure said they looked forward to inspire future youths and urged them to continue working hard in their disciplines.
“As we look into the future we are committed to inspiring and motivating our young athletes to continue playing handball and other sporting games as they pursue their dreams.
“As you proceed to the next level of the competition I say go and represent us well as Masvingo Province and bring trophies and medals back home. I urge everyone to continue working hard and to promote handball in Masvingo and to strive for excellence in all aspects of sport,” said Chirikure.
The final handball matches for both girls and boys were graced by Masvingo Provincial Education Director Shylet Mhike who then handed over the trophies to the gold medalists.
Chivi District schools left an incredible mark at provincial level proving that with dedication and hard work they can compete well at the upcoming national tournament.
