Kgatlampane, Osi dominate Table Tennis tourney

Teichler Rankoa | Wednesday December 3, 2014 10:42

The two won most of their games in a tournament co-sponsored by Tan Catering Services; and Master Joinery and Aluminium. The competition saw the best 16 players from the men and women catergoies battling it out. 

In the men’s singles category, Kgatlampane of Smash Manias got sweet revenge against his tormenter and defending champion, Thobo Matlhatsi of BDF in a 4-1 demolition. The setback marked the end of Matlhatsi’s title defence. Kgatlampane continued with his good run as he went on to win the men’s doubles title with Bonolo Mabote after a hard-fought 3-1 victory over the stubborn duo of Tiro Lesomo and Modisathebe.

In the women’s singles, defending champion Boitshwarelo Butale continued her dominance over Osi as she defeated her 4-3 in a closely contested encounter.

Osi would be disappointed with the outcome after a spirited run against the champion. She proved that she was good when partnering another experienced player, Phemelo Gaborapelwe to win the women’s doubles 3-0 against Tumelo Raseatlholo and Oabona Raditloko.

Osi continued her dominance when she partnered with Tshepo Modisane in the mixed doubles defeating Chise Keromemang and Game Kebodiwamang 3-1. The champions pocketed P1,000 in prize money while the runners-up went home with P600.

BTTA competition secretary, Kudzanani Motswagole said he was impressed with the players’ performance. He thanked the sponsors for making the tournament a success.