New Structure Delays Softball League

It was scheduled to start this month, but a need to implement changes means action will be pushed to a later date. Clubs remain divided over the new structure that will take effect at the start of the season. Some of the changes include the introduction of minor and major leagues in north and southern zones. There will also be relegation and promotion between the two leagues. The new structure would see clubs being reduced as part of league sponsor, BoFINET’s contract. The sponsor reportedly long requested the Botswana Softball Association (BSA) to abide by the contract. The new changes were expected to be discussed at the Annual General Meeting which was supposed to be held on Saturday, but was postponed due to what BSA spokesperson, Thato Matenge termed internal issues. A new date has not been set.

Matenge said the postponement of the meeting was a massive blow especially to the league which was to start in mid-January. “Competitions manager held a meeting with clubs discussing the new structure.