Sport stars and duds of 2014

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The year 2014 was a somewhat successful year for Botswana sport. Although there were some challenges, pitfalls and negatives, there were lots more successes and positives. All these were achieved through the exploits of certain individuals and institutions that need to be mentioned, especially those who did well. There were a few shining lights and a few dampeners.

For me, there were some individuals who stood head and shoulders above the rest and really did well for Botswana. Among the shining lights were athlete Nijel Amos, administrator Tuelo Serufho and the Africa Youth Games TeamBotswana. There are a few other names and organisations I could mention as having stood out, but these we’re my main achievers.

One of Botswana’s shining lights in 2014 has been 400metre runner Amos. His explosive season was capped with a nomination for the IAAF athlete of the year. This showed that he is indeed a force to reckon with in his discipline. He has continued to break records and his star continues to shine. Despite the reports that he has derailed, he has kept his eyes on the ball, and one can only hope that he keeps on the straight and narrow. With great man management, he will go places. He has done wonders for the country, and put Botswana on the world map.

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