BFA appoints retired players committee

GABORONE - In a bid to resuscitate the level of football, Botswana Football Association (BFA) has roped in the services of former players.
The BFA's Marketing and Communications Officer, Mr Phakamile Kraai said terms of reference for the Retired Players Committee shall include taking part in youth development programmes and providing guidance to young players showing potential at both national team and club level.
The retired players will also be expected to facilitate support to retired players in who have made significant contribution to the country during their playing days.
Former Extension Gunners player, Jim Kelly has been appointed chairperson while former Gaborone United and Tafic FC hard shooting left back Mulungisi Davis Kopi assists him.
Former Notwane household icon Ngwaele 'Malombo' Thari has been appointed secretary while additional members include former GU star Matlhogonolo 'Paymaster' Dintwa, crafty Extension Gunners attacking midfielder and skipper Itumeleng 'Tumie' Duicker, hard shooting striker Christopher Mbaakanyi and left footed silky midfielder Barnes Maplanka.
The appointment of the Retired Players Committee has been applauded by numerous commentators who considered it as the right step in a bid to move into professionalising the current football leadership.
They will also be expected to promote and raise the profile of the sport through involvement in charitable activities to support the disadvantaged members of the community. BOPA