In a thrilling final encounter, Windhoek High School were crowned champions after narrowly beating Windhoek Gymnasium 27-26 in the U/19, while A. Shipena Secondary School secured bronze. Windhoek Gymnasium dominated play in the U/17 final, winning a convincing 39-18 over Centaurus Secondary School, while Rehoboth-based M&K Gertze High School finished third. For the past 11 years, Capricorn Group has sponsored the League, which is endorsed by the Namibia Schools Sport Union (NSSU). The League includes teams from U/12 to U/19.
“The Capricorn Schools Netball League has grown in popularity over the past years, allowing school netball players to compete for the national title. We are proud of our Group's legacy of positively contributing to netball development in Namibia over many years. The Capricorn Schools Netball League provides a platform for netball players to play competitive netball of high standard, thereby enhancing the overall quality of netball in Namibia," said Marlize Horn, Executive: Brand and Corporate Affairs at Capricorn Group.
“As Capricorn Group, we appreciate the effort of the organisers, referees, coaches, parents, and players. We remain committed to supporting women's sports development at the school level and look forward to next year's League."
In other results, Windhoek Gymnasium claimed the U/15 title after overcoming Windhoek High School 30-26 in the final. Windhoek Afrikaans Privaatskool were crowned U/14 title winners after outclassing Windhoek Gymnasium 15-9. In the U/13 final, Windhoek Afrikaans Privaatskool defeated Tsumeb Gymnasium 22-16, while Windhoek Gymnasium were the victors in the U/12 final, winning 22-18 against Windhoek Afrikaans Privaatskool. The competition showcased the best of netball talent and good sportsmanship, much to the delight of the organisers.
“The 2024 Capricorn Schools Netball League has been another exhilarating success. I am so proud of every girl who played this year and grateful for all the support this League receives. Once again, I thank Capricorn Group for sponsoring this League," said Liezel Garbers, Chairperson of Capricorn Group Schools Netball League.
