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Fun and games unite teens and adults in crime-ridden Philippi

Teams competed for sheep and prize money

Under-13 netball team, Cheerful Sun of Joy, lift a trophy after winning at the Ward Sports Festival in Philippi. Photos: Sandiso Phaliso
Teenagers and adults came together in crime-ridden Browns Farm over the Heritage Weekend for a three-day Ward Sports Festival, playing netball, chess, soccer and indigenous games.
Several shebeens and taverns in the area entered teams for the over-30 soccer and netball tournaments. The winning adult teams received a live sheep and R2,000 prize money.
There were also events for teenagers 14 and older, including soccer, indigenous games, netball and dance groups. Winners received trophies and medals.
There were about 1,000 spectators and at least 100 participants.

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