The Al Wahda Ladies Throwball Tournament under the AFED Sports Council took place from June 27th to June 29th, 2024, in the vibrant city of Arusha. The event brought together seven teams from three regions, namely, Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Nairobi showcasing the diversity and talent in ladies' throwball. This was good achievement considering it was the first time a tournament of this kind was organized by the Sports Council of Africa Federation. A total of 76 ladies from different communities participated in this event. The tournament was played at the Jaffery Sports Complex in Arusha, it was exclusively for ladies only.
Though our expectation were high looking at our Jamaats and especially ladies who have been lacking such events would have shown the enthusiasm in participating in this tournament thereby providing opportunity to interact and build bridges of friendship with ladies from other communities and faith. Tournaments and events of these types provides platform to showcase the talents and strengthen the unity and togetherness amongst ourselves and the communities around us.
The opening ceremony of the tournament was held on Thursday 27th June 2024 at the Jaffery Academy Hall, Arusha. The ceremony was graced by the ladies who are in leadership positions of the communities in Arusha, players and invitees. The tournament kicked off with their blessings and gracious words of wisdom from them.
The following teams participated in the tournament:
From Dar es Salaam:
Team Infinity
Team Shooting Stars
From Nairobi:
Team Ismaili
From Arusha:
Team Dodgers
Team Kilimeru
Team Kilimeru Stars
Team Mega Warriors
The games were concluded on Saturday evening the 29th of June 2024 with Team Dodgers (Arusha) emerging victorious after a thrilling final match of the Throwball game against the Team Ismaili (Nairobi).
Sister Aatiya Imran from Team Kilimeru (Arusha) was honored as Player of the Tournament for her exceptional performance throughout the tournament. Sister Sukaina Somji from Team Kilimeru (Arusha) was recognized as the Most Supportive Player, both showed great sports and team spirit.
The young and vibrant Upcoming Players of the Tournament were awarded to the following players:
Kulsum Shamji from Team Kilimeru (Arusha)
Fatema Zahra from Team Infinity (Dar es Salaam)
Tvisha from Shooting Stars (Dar es Salaam)
Shaheen from Team Kilimeru (Arusha)
The tournament was well organized by Sister Abida Virjee, with her team and the KSI Jamaat of Arusha. Their dedication and excellent planning ensured the event ran smoothly and was well appreciated by the participants and spectators alike.
We are grateful to our parent body, the Africa Federation for the financial and moral support they provide to us which gives us motivation and encouragement to organize such events.
Our special appreciation goes to our Sponsors whose generous support played a crucial role of providing the necessary resources and facilities. Our big Asante to them!
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Alhaj Ibrahim Bhai Dharamshi
Brother Mazahir Dewji
The Alwahda Ladies Throwball Tournament 2024 was a good learning experience for the Sports Council and the Organizers, we congratulate the women for the talents they demonstrated and zeal which was evident throughout which will be a source of encouragement for future events.
We intend to organize this kind of Tournament on an annual basis, with the sole aim of promoting sports amongst the women, keeping the motto of healthy body and healthy mind.
Congratulations to all the teams, players, and organizers for making this tournament a success.
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