Team of the season
Friday, May 31, 2013
Noah Maposa (Gaborone United)
In a season that no single goalkeeper raised his hand among others, Noah Maposa did relatively well although he faced competition from Mompoloki Sephekolo and Michael Pepukani. His team might have missed out on the league title but Maposa did not only make crucial saves but also demonstrated great leadership skills.
Simisane Mathumo (Township Rollers)
Township Rollers might have had a bad season considering their status however, few of their players maintained their remarkable displays. Mathumo, at right back, has been one of those players who, despite their team finishing the season at position eight, has been rock solid at the back. He faced stiff competition though from BMC's Tshepo Maikano and Chiefs' Tshepo Motlhabankwe. Motlhabankwe has in most games played at left back for his team after Mpoeleng Mpoeleng's departure in January.
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