By Staff Reporter
The National Association of Secondary School Heads (NASH) national games, hosted by Masvingo Christian College in Masvingo’s Mucheke Stadium, witnessed an impressive display of athletic prowess. Chibi and Rusununguko High Schools emerged as top contenders, showcasing exceptional skills and teamwork.
Chibi High School, representing Masvingo Province in Girls’ Volleyball and Boys’ Soccer, demonstrated dominance in the volleyball arena. Their girls’ team claimed the championship title for the fourth time, defeating Chikangwe High (Midlands Province) in a thrilling match.
Chibi High head Raymond Ndega expressed pride in the girls’ volleyball team, which clinched the title for the fourth time.
“We are proud of our girls’ volleyball team, which was crowned champion for the fourth time. The boys’ team also made a strong impression, reaching the finals and narrowly missing the crown,” said Ndega.
Rusununguko High School, representing Mashonaland East Province, proved unbeatable in the football final. They faced off against Chibi High School in a highly anticipated match that ended in a goalless draw. However, Rusununguko’s skill and composure paid off in the penalty shootout, securing a 4-2 victory.
Rusununguko High School head, Maone Veremu, attributed the team’s win to hard work and dedication. The school also secured third place in the girls’ volleyball tournament.
NASH president Cephas Mutumhe praised the participants, saying they had showcased discipline throughout the entire tournament.
“In some cases, there would be fights between participants, but this tournament has ended on a high note and peacefully. The participants showed their sportsmanship and commitment to fair play,” said Mutumhe
Other notable performances included Somvubu High School from Manicaland Province claiming the national championship title in the girls’ soccer tournament, with Nyamidzi High School (Mashonaland Central Province) securing the silver medal. St. Faith High School from Harare Province dominated the boys’ volleyball category, emerging as champions ahead of St. Collins High School from Mashonaland West Province in second place and Mazoe High School representing Mashonaland Central Province coming third.
The NASH national games provided a platform for Learners to showcase their skills, and the winning teams demonstrated exceptional dedication as well as teamwork. The event highlighted the importance of sports in shaping young minds and promoting healthy competition among students.
The NASH tournament also saw the unveiling of the national teams to represent Zimbabwe at the Confederation of Southern Africa Schools Sports Association (COSASSA) games in Eswatini this August, with the selection process based on performance at various stages of the NASH games.
