Strong showing for Warruwi finals
JUST about everyone from Warruwi was there. Kids painted their faces, wore t-shirts with the colours and names of their favourite teams, and kids at the Warruwi Creche made a huge banner for the event.
Held on Saturday 21 June, the Warruwi basketball finals started with prayer, with all the teams forming a circle and holding hands. Then there was an introduction of all the players before the games began.
The women’s final started first, with Sparks-Wunyun winning the game. The Mardbalk Cats women’s team was runner-up.
West Arnhem Regional Council Community Services Manager Kupa Teao said the atmosphere at the men’s final was “electric”.
The Mardbalk Cats scratched out a win, with Whord Whord runner-up.
“All the spectators were getting involved in the spirit of the game,” Kupa said.
“We had prize giving, and a barbecue was put on for the entire community, followed by a disco and band which concluded at midnight.
"It was a great evening, lots of fun entertainment, it was good to see everyone there, young and old.”
Kids at the Warruwi creche create a huge banner for the basketball finals event.