Prisons XI vow to end yo-yo spell after title triumph

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 | 10 Views |

BACK IN THE PREMIER LEAGUE: Prisons XI lifted the First Division South league trophy on Friday night despite the defeat to Jwaneng Young Stars .PIC.KENNEDY RAMOKONE

Prisons XI coach Tatenda Mbikiwa has declared that the club is determined to break its cycle of promotion and immediate relegation, following their coronation as First Division South champions on Friday.

Despite suffering a 2-1 defeat to Jwaneng Young Stars on the final day, they had already secured the title with a game to spare, underlining their dominance throughout the campaign.

Prisons XI’s title success marks a significant milestone, but their true test comes next season as they seek to finally cement their place among the elite.

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