… Cements reputation as sporting powerhouse
BY Staff Reporter
Junior Group of Schools’ Junior Primary School (JPS) in Masvingo has once again demonstrated its excellence in sports, following its triumph at the Masvingo Junior Tennis Initiative gala held recently.
The win follows another stellar performance in the elite schools’ athletic competitions held in Gweru a few weeks ago.
The school’s tennis team emerged victorious at the Masvingo Junior Tennis Initiative gala, claiming the prestigious trophy.
The tournament drew 10 teams, each with 12 players aged 6 and above with JPS team demonstrating exceptional skill and teamwork, outplaying their opponents to take the top spot.
The team featured the youngest player at the tournament Tatiana Machida who is in stage 1B (Grade 2) who won the best upcoming junior tennis player medal.
Other participants included Shekinah Dhlakama, Keagan Tachiona, Kayler Chikavhanga, Makatendeka Manhopi, Liam Mafanya, Godknows Zhou, Aydin Matasva, Mbawathle Muchenje, Nokutenda Govo, Anotidaishe Mbaura, Atipaishe Nyandoro and Cailey Mudube
Junior Group of Schools Director Noah Marima said the win was a testament to the schools commitment to producing best results in all aspects.
“The win is a testament to our commitment to producing best results in whatever we do be it in academics or sport. We are proud of the team and its coaches as they have proved to be a force to recon having won again in Harare last year,” said Marima
The latest achievement adds to the school’s growing list of accolades, including the Private School of the Year 2024 Award at the Sundrive Business Awards, Businessman of the Year Award for the school’s director, and excellence in the national tennis tournament in Harare, where four learners from Junior brought home medals.
The school’s commitment to sports development is evident in its state-of-the-art sports facilities, which provide students with a conducive environment to hone their skills. The school’s sports program is designed to foster teamwork, discipline, and healthy competition among students.
