FNB Namibia, NBL, the Namibia Sports Commission and the Namibia School Sports Union yesterday launched the 2017 FNB Classic Clashes which will kick off with the first games on 2 June 2017. The Classic Clashes programme was initiated by FNB in 2008 and has since become one of the most sought after sporting events amongst secondary school learners. This year’s theme is “Game On! Be a Hero. Be there!” which hopes to bring out the competitive spirit between schools. The participating schools come from Gobabis, Stampriet, Windhoek, Rehoboth, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Keetmanshoop, Grootfontein, Otjiwarongo and Ongwediva.
Gordon Pokolo, Sponsorship Manager at FNB Namibia revealed that FNB in association with Namibia Breweries – through their Vigo Barnd, as co-sponsor for the second year running will this year enable 40 schools from around the country to participate in 20 clashes in netball, soccer and rugby. “At FNB we believe in sport development and in partnering with the government to ensure that every child has the right to sport. The FNB Classic Clashes are not just about sport, they are a celebration of the school community consisting of learners, teachers, parents and the school authorities all having fun. We have seen how the Classic Clashes has transformed the lives of individuals. It bolsters physical, psychological, emotional, and social well-being and development, while at the same time uniting communities around the country.”
Simataa Mwiya, Chief Administrator of the Namibia Sports Commission (NSC) said it was always a pleasure to join hands with FNB to grow the capacity of sport development in the country as they shared the NSC’s vision to actively grow the youth through productive activity. He added:” The Government of Namibia promotes sports development as an essential tool in promoting cooperation, peace, advocacy and fundraising. We recognize sport and physical education as a fundamental human right for all people, because sports development provides societal bonds among citizens, the potential for economic growth, improved fitness and the promotion of gender equality. Sports development also promotes discipline and good habits that benefit the participants in other areas of their daily lives.”