Africa-Press – Namibia. THE Capricorn Group on Friday extended its sponsorship of Namibia’s national women’s team, the Capricorn Eagles, and announced an investment of N$300 000 for the year.
Speaking just ahead of the Capricorn Eagles’ tour to The Netherlands and Germany, Marlize Horn of the Capricorn Group expressed pride in their partnership with Cricket Namibia, whose leadership had demonstrated passion and commitment to cricket development over the years.
“We are excited to announce that Capricorn Group has this year increased its investment in the Capricorn Eagles to N$300 000, excluding a range of branded gear for the squad and other in-kind support that will be provided during the year for the girls cricket festivals and girls schools league,” she said.
“Capricorn Group thrives in creating positive change in our communities, and hope that our continued support of women’s cricket in Namibia will nurture the sport and increase female participation. Since our partnership with the Capricorn Eagles started in June 2021, the team has made great strides in local and international tournaments. They fly the Namibian flag high wherever
they go and we are proud to be associated with these inspirational women,” she added.
“It is a great pleasure to have an organisation like Capricorn Group on board as an official partner of Cricket Namibia. In 2021 Capricorn Group bought into the concept of promoting women’s cricket in Namibia. This partnership is another very positive step as part of the Capricorn Eagles’ continued growth and development,” said Johan Muller, CEO of Cricket Namibia.
The Capricorn Eagles are scheduled to leave on Saturday, 25th of June for an eight-match international tournament, going into a head-to-head battle in five T20Is against the Netherlands, and finally towards the end of the tour, facing Germany in three T20Is.
“The European tour is crucial for the Capricorn Eagles to improve in their rankings and towards executing on the strategic vision for female cricket in Namibia,” CN said in a statement.
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