ORAP Zenzele Chevrolet World Cup

15 Schools from across the country gather at Gifford High School for the High School “World Cup” Soccer Tournament.

On June 6 and 7 2014, Fifteen (15) schools will compete in the inaugural “ORAP Zenzele Chevrolet World Cup” tournament. Designed to coincide with the Global FIFA World Cup tournament this year hosted in Brazil, the ORAP Zenzele Chevrolet Cup aims to empower and inspire young people to see sport as more than just recreation but as a tool for development.

“Sport brings people together to compete, share perspectives, learn, develop bonds of friendship and to find strength to overcome obstacles” states ORAP Chief Executive Officer Mrs. Mvuselelo Huni. “We decided to take on this project despite the tough economic times because an investment in young people can never be a price too heavy to pay as youth are the future. If sport – and this tournament in particular – inspires young people to value education then we will be fulfilling our mission and mandate. We have to thank Autoworld Bulawayo for their courage in being the anchor sponsor of this event. They have demonstrated that through partnership anything can be achieved. I am sure the strength and reliability of their Chevrolet cars are exactly what we Zimbabweans needs to carry us through some of the tough roads we have been through over the years!” jokes Mrs. Huni.

General Motors Corporation of the USA, through its Chevrolet brand are giving away 1,500,000 balls worldwide as part of their commitment to encourage youth to play sport and be active. In Zimbabwe, ORAP – in partnership with Autoworld Bulawayo – are continuing to distribute these balls to schools, clubs and other organisations throughout the country.

The tournament begins at 0830hours on Friday 6 June, with teams playing through the “Group stages”. The official opening ceremony will be at 1330hours graced by the Guest of Honour, Hon. Andrew Langa, the Minister of Sports, Arts & Culture.

Saturday June 7, will see the top two teams from each group qualifying for the Quarter finals starting at 0830hours. Semi finals will take place after that followed by an All Girls Match to curtain raise the ‘World Cup Final’ that should kick off at 1330hours. The awards and trophy ceremony are expected at 1430 hours on Saturday officiated by the Deputy Minister of Sports, Art & Culture Hon. Tabetha Kanengoni Malinga.

Other invited guests include The Minister of State for Bulawayo Metropolitan Province, Ms. Eunice Sandi, His Worship the Mayor Councillor MK Moyo, and ORAP Founder & Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives Development Hon. Sithembiso Nyoni. Various leaders from Bulawayo business have confirmed their participation and shall be co-sponsoring the event.

‘World Cup’ Draw – June 5 at 1500 hours, Gifford High School

On Thursday, 5 June at 1530hours at Gifford High School shall be a draw for the “World Cup” Groups. The draw will be hosted by Mrs. M. Huni, ORAP Chief Executive Officer and Mr. Mike Blatch, Principal Dealer of Autoworld Bulawayo. Also expected to be present are other sponsors, officials from ZIFA, the Sports and Recreation Commission, Government Officials and other leaders.

EVENT ENTRANCE IS FREE

Please note: NO ALCOHOL PERMITTED

For full details please visit www.facebook.com/orapzenzele or contact the principal Organisers at:

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