Sponsor snubs BAA in chaotic meeting

Ramatshaba said the potential sponsor had expressed interest in funding the cross-country competitions. The sponsor was represented at the meeting, specifically to observe how the BAA runs its business. However, after the disorder, the representative made it clear that they could not go ahead with the deal.Ramatshaba reckon that their relationship with affiliates has not been a cordial one but believes the BAA leadership is doing its best. "We know we are not 100 percent perfect, but we are really trying our best," he said.

Meanwhile, the BAA will not reconvene another OGM following the chaotic end to the Saturday meeting. Ramatshaba said pending matters will only be concluded at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) next year.Ramatshaba said problems started last Saturday after Orapa Athletics Club (OAC) unsuccessfully tried to pass a motion of no confidence in the BAA president. Those in support of the motion refused to give up after it was shot down by the majority.