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Former Mighty Warriors coach and captain, Rosemary Mugadza, has added another feather to her illustrious career by appointed CAF instructor.
Mugadza, who is the current Under 20 women’s soccer team coach, becomes one of the few female instructors on the continent.
ZIFA spokesperson Xolisani Gwesela said the football body was humbled by Mugadza’s appointment
“The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) would like to warmly congratulate Young Mighty Warriors (Under 20 Women) coach Rosemary Mugadza on her appointment as Confederation of African Football (CAF) Women coaches instructor.
“Local football stands humbled by this achievement by Mugadza, one of the celebrated figures in women football.
“This achievement is historic and serves as a reminder to all of us that given a chance, women are achievers on their own and deserve respect like everyone else.”
Gwesela said Mugadza’s milestone achievement was an inspiration to all female coaches and administrators that with the right support, focus and determination, the sky was the limit.
CAF confirmed the appointment of Mugadza in a letter dated January 23, 2020.
“CAF is delighted to announce that you have successfully completed your Women Instructor of Instructors training. To differentiate the instructors we divided them into four categories: Regional A, Regional B, Regional C and Local depending on the assessment made.
“This letter is an official document appointment you as Regional C Instructor for a period of one year. During this period you will be called to carry out tasks at local level, to participate in refresher women courses, to participate in Caf Women activities and at the end of the above mentioned period, you will be subject to a new evaluation.
“Caf may assign you to tasks at any time in order to keep you active and updated with new trends in the game,” wrote Caf Acting secretary general Anthony Baffoe.