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Motsumi, one of softball's illustrious sons retires

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Mixed emotions filled the National Diamond at the end of the Botswana Softball Association (BSA) Archeine Hardware Independence Cup men’s final, marked by the retirement announcement of long-serving Onkagetse Godson Motsumi, a stalwart donning Police IX colours.

Despite appearing fit for more years on the field, Motsumi believes he has contributed enough to softball.

The retirement ceremony was made special as Motsumi hit the ball out of the park during the tournament, securing victory for Police IX.

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Motsumi, one of softball's illustrious sons retires

Mixed emotions filled the National Diamond at the end of the Botswana Softball Association (BSA) Archeine Hardware Independence Cup men’s final, marked by the retirement announcement of long-serving Onkagetse Godson Motsumi, a stalwart donning Police IX colours.

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