Harambee Sand Stars and Sand Starlets ready to shine at African Beach Games in Tunisia

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FOOTBALL Harambee Sand Stars and Sand Starlets ready to shine at African Beach Games in Tunisia

Festus Chuma 13:38 - 23.06.2023

Both teams are primed to make their mark on the international stage.

The Harambee Sand Stars and Sand Starlets are making final preparations for the upcoming African Beach Games, set to take place in Hammamet, Tunisia, from June 26 to July 1, 2023.

Both teams have their eyes set on victory and aim to inspire young footballers in the nation and are primed to make their mark on the international stage.

Coach Fathime Hamisi, leading the Harambee Sand Starlets, expressed her team's ambition to showcase their best performance and serve as role models for aspiring female athletes.

With the tournament marking its inaugural appearance on such a grand stage, the Sand Starlets are eager to demonstrate their talent and passion for beach football.

"Even though this is our inaugural competition on such a grand stage, we are resolute in showcasing our best performance and becoming role models for other women and young girls interested in beach football," coach Hamisi said.

Having achieved an impressive fifth-place finish during their debut in the tournament back in 2019, the Harambee Sand Stars, led by coach Kinero Swaleh, have set their sights on surpassing their previous performance.

Coach Swaleh emphasized their objective of capitalizing on the experience gained last time and aiming for victory to secure a coveted spot in the World Games.

"Our objective is to surpass our previous performance and capitalize on the experience gained last time. We aim to win and earn a spot in the World Games," said Swaleh.

With their departure dates rapidly approaching, the teams are making final preparations before embarking on their journey to Tunisia.

The men's team is scheduled to travel on Saturday, June 24, while the women's team will depart on Sunday, June 25, ensuring they have ample time to acclimate and focus on their game strategies.

Both the Harambee Sand Starlets and Sand Stars have been intensively training and honing their skills in preparation for the African Beach Games.

Endowed with exceptional talent and an unwavering spirit, the teams have dedicated countless hours to perfecting their techniques and enhancing their teamwork.

The African Beach Games provide a tremendous opportunity for these talented athletes to showcase their prowess and compete against top teams from across the continent.

Their participation not only exemplifies their dedication to their sport but also highlights the growth and recognition of beach football in Kenya.

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