Botswana tennis still has a long way to go_Pierce
Friday, December 10, 2010
The former world number three made the observation after watching Botswana players at the International Junior Open which end tomorrow at the Botswana Tennis Association (BTA) courts. She told Mmegi Sport that Botswana still lacks the necessary training facilities.
She said when she grew up, she was sent to several tennis academies with other children who in the long run became professional. She said it is clear Botswana youngsters are not getting enough practice in local and international competitions. "The only way for children to improve is if they play under the guidance of good coaches and competitive peers," she said.
The recent disclosure by the IEC that 2,513 registrations have been turned down due to various irregularities should prompt all Batswana to meticulously review the voters' rolls and address concerns about rejected registrations.The disparities flagged by the IEC are troubling and emphasise the significance of rigorous voter registration processes.Out of the rejected registrations, 29 individuals were disqualified due to non-existent Omang...