The late NBA Basketball player, Kobe Bryant once said “My parents are my backbone. Still are. They are the only group that will support you if you score zero or you score 40”. This is true in as far as player development is concerned.
On Saturday, the EFA and Build it perfectly executed the Build it U13 Nhlangano Championship that was won by Holneck FC after playing against Mahlandle. The former won this match by 2-0. When reacting to the splendid football artistry that was displayed by the youngsters on the day, both the EFA and Build it highlighted the importance of parental support in as far as player development is concerned.
“As EFA we acknowledge Build it for her investment towards the development of football in the country and the holistic development of the Eswatini child as football is also a school for life”, said the General Secretary of the EFA Frederick Mngomezulu.
Similar words were also uttered by Build it Nhlangano Human Resource Manager, Gledwill Hillary who also stated the vital role that parents play in as far as the development of the youngsters is concerned. “As Build it, we would like to thank the parents who came to support their children and also urge others to attend these games as their support is key in as far as the development of these youngsters is concerned”, Hillary said.
The next Bild it Championship will be held on Saturday, 11th February 2023 at Buhleni Sports Ground.