“Despite our early attempts to begin the visa process, we were granted appointments much later than planned. As a result, visas were received a week before departure, which made securing affordable return flights nearly impossible.
“The boys and girls successfully participated in the Donosti Cup, showcasing skill and sportsmanship.”
When it became clear flights home could not be paid for from the package pricing, the academy said it arranged extended accommodation and daily meals for all players with the tournament organisers.
As frustration grew among parents back home, Cape Town radio personality Tracey Lange stepped in to help coordinate a public fundraising campaign.
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