8-Team Community Football Tournament
Boys' and girls' teams competing as equals
A community tournament bringing together four Under-20 boys' teams and four girls' teams in round-robin competition — promoting sportsmanship, gender equality and community unity, with kits, match balls, trophies and cash prizes for winners.
- Duration
- November 2024
- Location
- Community grounds, Namamali Ward
- Target group
- Under-20 boys' and girls' football teams
8
teams
4
girls' teams — full parity
10
competitive matches
The situation
Why this project matters
Football is a unifying sport, and this tournament was designed to unite Namamali Ward: eight teams, equal categories for boys and girls, and the whole community — parents, leaders and local stakeholders — brought together around the pitch.
Beyond the matches, the tournament served as a talent-scouting platform and a public statement that girls belong in competitive sport, challenging norms that keep them out.
Delivered on a budget of Ksh 292,000 covering match balls, uniforms for all eight teams, trophies, cash prizes, refereeing and event management.
Objectives
- Encourage young people, boys and girls alike, into football and healthy competition
- Offer equal opportunities for both genders in competitive sport
- Provide a platform for young players to showcase their skills
- Involve the local community in sports-related activities to build unity
Implementation
How the work gets done
01
Round-robin competition
Each category played round-robin with the top two teams advancing to finals, across local community football grounds.
02
Equipment & kits
Every team received a Mikasa match ball and a full uniform set.
03
Awards ceremony
Trophies and cash prizes for winners and runners-up in both the boys' and girls' categories.
Expected outcomes
- Enhanced visibility for local football talent
- Sportsmanship, gender equality and community unity promoted
- Increased youth participation in football
- A well-organised event paving the way for future tournaments
Help us run the next one
Full proposals with detailed budgets are available to donors and partners on request.