The rise of Ndundu Young Fighters, “Flour Boys” from Shakawe is nothing short of inspiring, as this past weekend, the resilient club sealed its promotion to the First Division North after a tense nil all draw with Ferry Wanderers in the final clash of the 2024/2025 Northern Block Promotion-al Playoffs.
With both teams tied on five points, it was Ndundu’s superior goal difference (+2 to Ferry’s +1) that tipped the scales in their favour. The result saw them crowned Northern Block Champions—a testament to their unwavering consistency throughout the season.
“Our expectations and hopes from the onset were clear—we are a team that tries to win and gives everything in every game,” said head coach Mothathobi Chombo after the match. “We’ve built this club on a strong mentality, hard work, and passion. The draw may not have been the result we wanted, but it got us the three points we needed to go forward.”
The showdown with Ferry Wanderers was a tightly contested affair, both teams aware of what was at stake. Ndundu’s defensive line held firm, while the midfield and attack pushed relentless-ly, but neither side managed to find the back of the net.
“Our supporters, our 12th man were immense. Their presence always motivated us. I urge the community to continue their support, even financially, as we strive to grow into better athletes,” Chombo added.
The promotion is a historic achievement for Ndundu, a club that has now won the Shakawe Stream League for three consecutive seasons from 2022 to 2025. This victory marks a significant step in their upward trajectory, and the coach is already looking ahead.
“Heading to First Division, we know the challenges will be tougher. We need better preparation, especially in the central defense and midfield. We are planning to recruit smart, region-based players who can help us compete at a higher level. The sky is the limit.” Chombo stated.
Chombo credited the team’s resilience to their intense preparations and tough experiences, in-cluding a rigorous off-season training tour in Namibia.
“It’s been a long season. We went to Namibia in December, conquered, came back, and didn’t rest much. But those games were intense and built our mental strength. I believed the boys would go through because they had been tested under pressure. Our preparations paid dividends.”
