By Tatiana Mhararira
Mwenezi’s Maranda High beach volleyball team under 17 girls won a silver medal after losing to Rusununguko High that scooped gold at the recently held National Association of Secondary Heads (NASH) national tournament at Dendera High in Mashonaland East.
The team secured a ticket to the finals after winning against all teams in group stages only to lose in the finals and received US$50 and medals for participants.
The doubles team comprised of Lerratho Ruterera and Ottilia “Otto” Chandinofira who were coached by Nkosilathi Chandavengerwa and his assistant coach Morrison Magwaza.
Chandinofira received Best Attacker in the under 17 girls’ category.
Speaking to TellZim News, Chandavengerwa said he was impressed by the performance of his team which reached finals.
“I am happy with the performance that my team showcased and played in the finals, Masvingo defied all odds and scooping the second position at national level is a great achievement.
“The players’ performance this year paved way to better performance next time after having identified my team’s loopholes. The challenges we faced will help us as we prepare for next year’s tournament,” said Chandavengerwa.
Maranda High beach volleyball team under 17 boys and under 19 girls fell in the semifinals and failed to proceed to the finals.
Last year Maranda High which is Masvingo beach volleyball provincial champions lost in the finals and set for the second position.
