National schools netball league launched
The 2023 Capricorn Group schools netball league was launched on Tuesday, with representatives from various participating schools and the Namibia Schools Sports Union (NSSU) attending.In the past, the league was supported by Bank Windhoek, with the Capricorn Group taking over in 2019. The group has confirmed its continued support and commitment to the league.
“We are proud of our contribution to the promotion and development of netball over many years in Namibia by offering a platform for netball players to compete for a national title,” said Marlize Horn, Group Executive: Brand & Corporate Affairs from Capricorn Group.
“Netball, and sport in general, allows the youth to build character and learn about teamwork, commitment and hard work. We are excited to launch the 2023 season of the Capricorn Group schools netball league and are pleased with the number of teams from across Namibia that entered the league,” she said.
A total of 69 teams from eight regions (Khomas, //Kharas, Hardap, Otjizondjupa, Kunene, Otjikoto, Omaheke and Erongo) will compete in the league, with matches being played in Stampriet, Rehoboth, Outjo, Otjiwarongo, Swakopmund and Windhoek.
The league consists of 690 players representing 24 schools, of which 11 are state schools, and 13 are private schools. There are six different age categories ranging from u/12 to u/19 contending for the title of the 2023 Capricorn Group Schools Netball League national champions.
“Sports are considered a key tool in developing youth in our communities, contributing to their physical, psychological and social well-being. We are excited to start with the 2023 Capricorn Group schools netball super league and look forward to some exciting matches,” Liezel Garbers, Chairperson: Capricorn Group schools netball league, said.
The league is endorsed by the Namibian School Sport Union (NSSU) as the national schools’ netball league for A-teams.
Match days
Round 1: 19 & 20 May 2023
Round 2: 2 & 3 June 2023:
Round 3: 28 & 29 July 2023
Round 4: 11 & 12 August 2023
Round 5: 18 & 19 August 2023
Round 6 (Finals): 25 & 26 August 2023