Volleyball league continues amidst corporate absence

The BVF president, Tsoseletso Magang told MmegiSport that she had promised to bring back volleyball and she has delivered, with the league currently ongoing across the country. “Volleyball needs a league; there is no running away from that. A tournament is finished quickly but a league takes around six months. We currently have 13 women's teams. In one round a team is assured of 12 games unless they miss some games, second round they are also assured of another round of 12 matches. In a tournament, you can be knocked out after four games, which will be the end of you. But in a league you get more opportunities for a coach to refine the squad,” she said.

She explained that they have reduced the number of venues where the games will be played as a way of reducing costs for BVF and teams. Magang said coaches grow when there is a league and have an opportunity to elevate their skills. Magang said the ministry has stated that the assistance is a once-off and there is a need to maximise finding league sponsorship. She added that they are currently searching for a prize sponsor. The vice president-administration, Ndibo Lebala, said the league is off to a good start and there has been some excitement from clubs and supporters. “It has only been slow for Dikwena club from Molepolole.