Chiefs thrash Unam to extend lead

Rundu Chiefs netball team managed to extend their lead in the Kavango East Netball League (KENL) on Saturday when they hammered the University of Namibia (Unam) Rundu Campus netball team 39-8.

The game played at the Rundu Sports Stadium netball court was dominated by Chiefs from the onset.

The team's captain, Besbelia Hamunyera told Nampa after the match the opposition gave them a tough time.

She said the team's mission this season is to win the league in memory of the late Jesaya Nangolo, who was the chairperson of Rundu Chiefs, because he has contributed a lot to the team.

“The mission is to be unbeatable this season; we lost two games last year, we want to take the league this season,” said Hamunyera.

In other games, Cuca Tops took the points against United Stars, who did not pitch up for their match, while Julinho lost 11-20 against Afrocat.

Safety and Security of the Elizabeth Nepemba Correctional Facility won 20-17 against Shining Stars.

Chiefs now lead the league with nine points, followed by Afrocat, Cuca Tops, Safety and Security, Shining Stars, Unam Rundu Campus, Julinho and United Stars, who are bottom of the table.

NAMPA