PLAY AND STAY PROJECT
Empowering young minds through sports, MATCH Foundation’s ‘Play and Stay’ project provides a safe space for children and youths to thrive through sports. Currently, the foundation offers free tennis, basketball, netball, and football sports discipline. Reaching 450 students, our program not only fosters a love for sports but also unlocks potential. Remarkably, 6 athletes are currently part of the Malawi National Junior Tennis teams, with 2 girls in under 12, 2 girls in under 14 and 2 boys under 16. Our goal is to identify and nurture talent, helping children achieve their dreams in sports and beyond. Through ‘Play and Stay,’ we’re building a foundation for success, one game at a time. Additionally, our program provides opportunities for athletic scholarships, which have seen a significant increase in students’ self-esteem and confidence, translating to improved academic performance.