Botswana scales up Youth Games preparations

He said things are looking good for  popular and non-conventional sports and athletes have shown in various competitions that they are well drilled. He said karate, boxing, tennis, athletics, table tennis, netball, judo, swimming and volleyball have done exceptionally well at regional competitions in South Africa, Zambia and Cameroon. Part of the athletics team is on camp at Goodhope Senior Secondary School to allow students to train after classes as a way of ensuring synergy in academic and sports performances.

“When staging games of this magnitude, there is no doubt that the focus is on our team to showcase our talent to its maximum best, and our nation to rally behind the team to ensure holistic participation as a nation. These games are a trial of our patriotism,” Sitale said.