ZAMBIA HOCKEY ANNOUNCES SQUADS FOR UPCOMING INTERNATIONAL TEST SERIES AGAINST ZIMBABWE.

Misheck Kumwenda

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7:21 PM • July 31, 2023

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Zambia Hockey recently unveiled the squads set to compete in the highly anticipated International Test Series against Zimbabwe. This crucial tour serves as a preparatory event for the PARIS 2024 Olympic Qualifiers, scheduled to be held in Pretoria, South Africa, from 29th October to 5th November 2023. The event is slated to take place from 11th to 13th August 2023 at the St. John’s Astro Turf in Harare, promising an exciting showcase of top-level hockey. The Zambia Men's Team boasts a formidable lineup, featuring skilled players in various positions. The goalkeepers selected for the squad are Robson Kunda and Richard Lungu. The defenders include Samson Tembo, Joseph Mulolo, Frederick Kaluba, Simon Banda, Lazarus Chileshe, and Shadreck Katele. The midfielders chosen are Victor Kumwenda Bikiloni, Dominic Mulenga, Andrew Kapenda, Steward Chalwe, and Richard Banda. Completing the squad are the strikers: Phillimon Bwali, Alfred Chola Mphande, Floyd Chomba, Andrew Moyo, and Joseph Simpanzye. The Zambia Women's Team is equally well-equipped for the upcoming challenge, with a talented roster across all positions. The goalkeepers chosen for the squad are Esther Mwale and Petronella Mwanza. The defenders include Martha Nankala, Anna Mvula, Ireen Mulenga, Brenda Kalunga, Beatrice Mwale, and Beauty Mwachunga. The midfielders selected are Rita Katoka, Eniless Mambwe, Falesy Zulu, Queen Mutangama, Esnart Chibanyuka, and Loveness Mudenda. Completing the squad are the strikers: Carol Nakombe, Mary Mwewa, Kalomo Martha, and Monde Delphister. The Zambia Hockey Association is eager to witness the exceptional performances of both the men's and women's teams during this international event. With the ultimate goal of preparing for the crucial PARIS 2024 Olympic Qualifiers, the players are determined to showcase their immense talent and compete at the highest level. Best wishes to the Zambian teams as they embark on this exciting journey, aiming to make their nation proud on the international hockey stage.

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