Zambia Under17 & 20 Handball National Teams Prepare for IHF Trophy Zone VI Tournament at OYDC Zambia
The Zambia Under-20 and Under-17 Women’s Handball National Teams have entered camp and are training at the OYDC Zambia – Sports Development Centre, intensifying preparations ahead of the upcoming IHF Trophy Zone VI Tournament set to take place in Harare, Zimbabwe, from April 28 to May 4, 2025.
The regional competition serves as a qualifying tournament for the continental phase of the IHF Trophy, and Zambia will be looking to secure spots in the next round by delivering strong performances in Harare.
Under 20 National Team coach Henry Ngosa expressed optimism about the teams’ readiness and commended the players’ commitment during training.
“Given our experience at similar championships, we believe our girls are in a strong position to compete. Looking at how much effort they’ve put into preparations, I believe they are ready to compete and bring medals back home to Zambia,” said Ngosa.
He also took the opportunity to call on the government and stakeholders to continue supporting handball development in the country.
“We appeal to the government to take a leading role in supporting national teams. Adequate preparation is key if we are to perform well in international competitions,” he added.
Full Squads in Camp:
Under-20 Women’s Team
Serah Hantobolo – Right Back (RB)
Shila Faith Kayombo – Right Wing (RW)
Mary Matatoka – Left Wing (LW)
Blessings Sakala – Pivot (PVT)
Judy Nampemba – Right Wing (RW)
Ruth Monica Ngoma – Pivot (PVT)
Royce Zulu – Right Wing (RW)
Angela Mwenda – Centre Back (CB)
Mercy Mwalongwani – Left Back (LB)
Walusungu P. Nalwenga – Pivot (PVT)
Elina Chaaba – Left Back (LB)
Clara Kabinga – Centre Back (CB)
Monica Sakuwa – Pivot (PVT)
Nelly Kalaba – Pivot (PVT)
Carol Mabeta – Goalkeeper (GK)
Sinai Zulu – Goalkeeper (GK)
Cecilia Mutula – Goalkeeper (GK)
Under-17 Women’s Team
Mirriam Phiri – Left Back (LB)
Faith Musenge – Left Back (LB)
Joyce Bwalya Mbewe – Right Back (RB)
Belinda Hakacha – Right Back (RB)
Melissa Mubanga – Centre Back (CB)
Sharon Banda – Left Wing (LW)
Royness Kabinga – Left Wing (LW)
Martha Tembo – Pivot (PVT)
Mary Mushala – Pivot (PVT)
Matildah Shaba – Right Back (RB)
Victoria Banda – Right Wing (RW)
Leah Daka – Right Back (RB)
Rita Mungandi – Centre Back (CB)
Jacqueline C. Banda – Right Wing (RW)
Clara Nkhoma – Goalkeeper (GK)
Emma Mukuka – Goalkeeper (GK)
Blessings Sikupiso – Goalkeeper (GK)
Both squads will be trimmed to 14 players before departing for Zimbabwe. The selected players will represent Zambia in what promises to be a highly competitive regional showcase of emerging handball talent.
