By Flora Mkoloma
Five volleyball teams have confirmed their participation in the upcoming Volleyball Bonanza scheduled for tomorrow at the Sabasaba Ground in Ilemela, Mwanza.
The event is organized by the Mwanza Region Volleyball Association (MWAREVA), with the aim of fostering enthusiasm and unity among local volleyball players as they prepare for the new year.
The participating teams include BOT VV, Igombe VC, CUHAS VC, Buswelu Bulls, and Magu VC. The event coordinator, Ferdinand Malima, spoke to The Respondent Online and emphasized the importance of this bonanza in strengthening the volleyball community in the region.
“This bonanza is an opportunity to not only ignite the passion for volleyball among local players but also to encourage them to register with the Volleyball Federation of Tanzania (TVF),” Malima explained.
He noted that TVF registration would enable players to take part in future national and international tournaments, broadening their exposure and competitive opportunities.
Malima further shared that the event aims to provide a platform for players to showcase their skills and compete in a friendly yet competitive atmosphere, setting a positive tone for the year ahead.
The bonanza is expected to serve as an inspiration for both new and experienced players, motivating them to pursue further growth and development in the sport.
The first-place winner of the event will walk away with a cash prize of Sh. 30,000, while the second-place team will receive Sh. 10,000.
This prize money is intended to further motivate players and teams to perform their best, with the added benefit of fostering a spirit of healthy competition within the local volleyball community.
The volleyball bonanza also provides an important opportunity for players, coaches, and fans to connect and share experiences, promoting a sense of unity within the sport.
As part of the ongoing efforts to grow volleyball in the region, the event is expected to encourage more young players to get involved, as well as reinforce the commitment of existing teams to raise their standards of play.
Malima expressed his gratitude for the support from MWAREVA, which has played a crucial role in organizing the event, and hopes that it will become an annual feature to further develop volleyball in Mwanza and beyond