Zebaldt Ngaruka
In their efforts to keep their bodies fit and bring the spirit of togetherness among former players, Old Crock’s football clubs will compete in the second anniversary of the ‘The Jungle Pot Guy’ tournament in the capital on Saturday.
The one-day knockout competition has attracted eight football teams, who will vie for N$8 000, a trophy and medals at Emma Hoogenhout Primary School soccer field in Hochland Park.
Billa Kandjii, who is the tournament organiser, said that despite legendary players coming together, the competition is also a platform where former players showcase their talent to the upcoming young players.
“The youth need our guidance in terms of skill display and also learn from the legends how football was played, which will help them in their future endeavours’,” Kandjii said.
He alluded that this tournament is strictly for the over-30 age groups, and players who are playing active leagues will not be allowed.
“Young players must only come there as spectators and learn from their legendary players. The organising committee will check the national documents for all the players before any match kicks off,” the organiser urged.
Kandjii added the final winner will pocket a cash prize of N$ 3000, a trophy and 18 gold medals, whereas the runners-up will take home N$2 000 with 18 silver medals.
Also, the organiser added there will be a special trophy for the player of the competition plus a cash prize of N$300.
The organiser further called on football lovers to come in numbers and spend their day with legends.
The participating teams are Oviketana, El Maestro, V6 Club, Friendly Lions, Monis FC, Parliament, Ovitoto and Onjose jo Ngua.
“Tight security will be in place; we will have food stalls, and the kids will not be hungry. A live DJ, a special dancing group and One Blood music group will wrap up the day with their live performances before 19:30,” added Kandjii.
The damage at the gate is N$50 for adults, while cars and children will be charged N$10.