Exciting Action at Tournament 2 of the Arysteq Asset Management and Simonis Storm
Schools Series
The second tournament in the Arysteq Asset Management and Simonis Storm Schools Tournament Series took place on 29 March 2025 at the Wanderers Sports Hall in Windhoek. Now in its third consecutive year, this thrilling series continues to grow, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.
This year’s event attracted a total of 48 players, with 30 junior men and 18 junior women competing across the Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17, and Under-19 singles categories. Despite some schools being unable to participate, the turnout showcased the dedication and enthusiasm of young table tennis players.
Key Highlights of the Tournament
Under-19 Junior Men: Caden Bosman (DHPS) dominated once again, defeating Kamrouz Ghayouri (St Paul’s College) 2-0 to claim his second consecutive victory in this series.
Under-19 Junior Women: Lian Gebauer (DHPS) delivered a flawless performance, defeating Cadence Farmer in straight sets to secure her second win of the season. Lian’s determination to defend her 2023 and 2024 titles is evident.
Under-17 and Under-15 Junior Men: Kamrouz Ghayouri and Agape Chicalu (both from St Paul’s College) went head-to-head in two gripping finals. Kamrouz emerged victorious in both categories, showcasing his exceptional talent at just 14 years old.
Under-17 Junior Women: Cadence Farmer turned the tables on Lian Gebauer, defeating her in straight sets to claim the title.
Under-15 Junior Women: Cadence also triumphed in this category, defeating Suverasaneje Ikorua (Concordia College) in straight sets. Suverasaneje impressed everyone by eliminating current national team players en route to the final, underlining her potential for the national team.
Notably, all finalists and semi-finalists in the Under-17 and Under-19 categories played up in higher age groups, underscoring their exceptional development and skill levels.
Under-13 Junior Men: Fillemon Ikanda (Olof Palme Primary School) secured the title by defeating his schoolmate, Nataneal Delai, in straight sets. Nataneal’s steady improvement and passion for the game make him a player to watch in future tournaments.
Under-13 Junior Women: Ester Nelenge (Olof Palme Primary School) dominated the category, defeating Sylvi Ikanda (Hillside Primary School) to claim her second consecutive tournament victory.
Under-11 Junior Men: Terence Kadandara (St Paul’s College) claimed the championship, with Tangi Haufiku (Olof Palme Primary School) finishing as the runner-up.
Under-11 Junior Women: Ester Nelenge secured another win, with Sylvi Ikanda as the runner-up, continuing her rise in the rankings.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the players, officials, parents, teachers, coaches, and the tournament management team for their invaluable contributions. Special thanks to Wanderers Sports Club and our sponsors for their unwavering support.
The date for Tournament 3 will be confirmed and announced within the next two weeks. Players can register through their respective schools, provided the school is registered with the Namibia Table Tennis Association (NTTA), or they can register directly with the NTTA.
For more information, contact Theo Beukes at 085 749 3863 or email info@ntta.gmail.com.
