Curro Clayville triumphs at Inter-Curro Football Tournament
26 October 2024Curro Clayville’s boys and girls soccer teams delivered an exceptional performance at the Inter-Curro Football Tournament, hosted by Curro Parkdene in October. The tournament also included teams from Curro Riverside, creating an exciting day of competition and camaraderie.
Dominating the field
Clayville’s learners returned with five of the eight available trophies, showcasing their skills and teamwork, much to the pride of the school community.
- U13 boys: Gold, with a decisive 3–1 victory against Riverside.
- U12 boys: Silver, narrowly losing 1–2 to Riverside.
- U11 boys: Gold, securing a 4–2 win against Parkdene.
- U10 boys: Silver, following a 0–2 defeat to Parkdene.
The girls' teams shone just as brightly:
- U13 girls: Gold, clinching an exciting 3–2 win over Parkdene.
- U12 girls: Gold, with a 2–0 victory against Parkdene.
- U10 girls: Gold, excelling with a 4–1 triumph over Riverside.
- U11 girls: Bronze, after a challenging 0–2 loss to Riverside.
A day to remember
The tournament was made even more special by the presence of football legend Pitso John Hamilton Mosimane, currently managing Esteghlal. Mosimane’s partnership with Curro Holdings has led to the creation of the Pitso Mosimane Soccer Schools, an initiative that integrates football training into the school curriculum to develop young talent.
With pilot programmes launched in Gauteng and Limpopo, this partnership underscores a shared commitment to nurturing the future stars of South African football.
Looking ahead
Curro Clayville’s success at the Inter-Curro Football Tournament highlights the school’s thriving soccer programme and the dedication of its players and coaches. The school looks forward to future tournaments, where these young athletes will continue to grow, compete, and inspire.