The representative teams from Temeke and Zanzibar were crowned as champions in the recently concluded Tanzania National Baseball and Softball Championships held at Azania Secondary School Grounds in Dar es Salaam. Nine teams - four in baseball and five in softball - from both mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar participated in the competition.
The Acting Secretary of the Tanzania Baseball and Softball Association, Abubakary Nachiwa, said: “These championships not only highlighted the exceptional talent we have but also opened doors for players to gain international exposure. Our Japanese partners were present to scout players for an upcoming youth tournament in Japan, which includes both competitive games and exhibition matches."
In the baseball tournament, Temeke triumphed in a thrilling final against Dodoma, taking home the championship trophy. "Our win was a result of strategic planning and determination," said Temeke’s captain, Alpha Gabriel, according to The Respondent. "The competition was intense, as all participating regions came well-prepared. However, we were fortunate to emerge victorious."
Zanzibar claimed the championship title in softball, securing first place ahead of Dodoma, which finished as runners-up.
Tanzania is ranked No. 81 in the WBSC/KONAMI Men's Baseball World Ranking.
