The Sports Journalists’ Association of The Gambia (SJAG) boys on Saturday held the GFF to a goalless draw, while the female team of the sports journalists thrashed 6-0 by a much more formidable GFF ladies.
Played at the FIFA Goal Project in Yundum, both games were conceived by the SJAG as part of activities marking the International Sports Journalists’ Day (ISJD) celebrated 2nd July every year.
The two games were highly attended by members and executives of both SJAG and GFF including Presidents Lamin Kaba Bajo and Musa Sise respectively, even though they were not in action.
The matches were characterised by much fun and fanfare as journalists strengthen the existing cordial relationship with the football authorities.
Speaking after the game, Coach Sang Mendy expressed delight at the huge turnout of sports journalists and commended them for the good performance.
Musa Sise, President of SJAG said such games are important in further strengthening the relationship between SJAG and sporting associations.
He equally commended the journalists for turning up in numbers and expressed hope to see such turnouts in future events organised by SJAG.
By Jainaba Jatta