Local hockey resurrects

New start: UB Persians (in red) beat Okavango 6- 3 as hockey action resurfaced after six years hiatus
New start: UB Persians (in red) beat Okavango 6- 3 as hockey action resurfaced after six years hiatus

The Botswana Hockey Association (BHA) rose from the ashes on Saturday, at it held its first tournament in six years, hence signaling their revival.

The Open tournament featured eight teams, with some from as far as Maun.

Okavango International School Hockey Club, Jwaneng Hockey, Vikings, Romans, Persians, Kids Academy and University of Botswana Hockey Club, which had two teams, all took part.

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