Utano Commits to Sponsoring Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League

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The Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League is receiving a much-needed boost, courtesy of corporate partner Utano. In a Memorandum of Understanding, Utano agreed to reward outstanding players and coaches monthly for the last three months of the current season. The arrangement also secures a three-season sponsorship commitment for the Women's Premiership, providing a significant financial injection to the struggling league. This partnership comes at a critical time, and stakeholders believe it will improve the competitive spirit in the league, fostering growth and development.

Key Takeaways:

  • Utano has committed to sponsoring the Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League for at least three seasons, providing a much-needed financial boost to the struggling league.
  • The corporate partner has signed a Memorandum of Understanding to reward outstanding players and coaches monthly for the last three months of the current season.
  • Players of the Month, Top Goal Scorer, and Goalkeeper of the Month will each receive a cash prize of US$100 and a commemorative shield, while the Coach of the Month will be honored with $200 and a shield.
  • ZWPSL vice chairperson Lewis Muzhara expressed appreciation for Utano's commitment, citing it as a huge boost for the league and sparking confidence among other corporate entities to join in and support female footballers.
  • Utano Founder Engineer Lazarus Duri pledged his commitment to sponsoring the women's league, highlighting his passion for the game and urging other business people to join in and complement their efforts.
  • The partnership comes at a critical time for the league, which has faced huge financial challenges, operating without sponsorship throughout the season.
  • Several potential sponsors are lined up for the upcoming season, and stakeholders believe this sponsorship will create a supportive environment for the revival of women's football in Zimbabwe.
  • Utano has a history of supporting grassroots football in Chitungwiza and is committed to supporting women's football, highlighting the need to adequately support female footballers.

Statistics:

  • The cash prize for the Player of the Month, Top Goal Scorer, and Goalkeeper of the Month is US$100.
  • The cash prize for the Coach of the Month is $200.
  • Utano has committed to a three-season sponsorship of the Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League.
  • The league has faced huge financial challenges, operating without sponsorship throughout the season.
  • Several potential sponsors are lined up for the upcoming season, adding to the momentum of Utano's partnership.

Sources:

  • [2022] "Utano Commits to Sponsoring Zimbabwe Women Premier Soccer League" [The Herald]
  • [2021] "Sponsorship boost for women's football" [Chronicle]
  • [2020] "Zim women's football gets boost" [The Standard]