Barefooted rugby girls defy odds

During the semi and final match, Popagano JSS in Sepopa village in the Okavango region donned yellow jerseys with black stripes, along with black shorts and a trim of white. The kit was a donation from the Botswana Rugby Union (BRU). For their other kit, they had to borrow from Shakawe Senior Secondary School.

The players, all Under-17, did something special to beat one of the tournament favourites, Gaborone Hogs. They were not intimidated by the 'opulence' of their opponents from the capital with their superior wear, boots, and physique. They only relied on their speed to score. However, things did not work out in the final against UB Rhinos, who brought power and speed into the match.