Bulawayo, Zimbabwe – The Midlands State University (MSU) contingent delivered a masterclass in sporting excellence at the Zimbabwe Tertiary Institutions Sports Union (ZTISU) Games, held from 23 to 27 June 2025, leaving rivals in their wake and etching their names into the annals of University sports history.
The MSU Cricket ladies were nothing short of sensational, storming through the competition with the ferocity of champions.
Their campaign was a masterclass in dominance—crushing ZITCOSA B by 10 wickets, outclassing TESAZ B in a nail-biting 14-run thriller, before seizing gold in a gripping 13-run final victory over TESAZ A.
Their performances were a blend of tactical brilliance and unshakable nerve, leaving no doubt as to who ruled the roost.
The Volleyball men’s team flexed their might, bulldozing through the group stages with commanding 2-0 and 2-1 wins, before clinching a well-earned bronze medal in a tournament brimming with fierce competition.
Meanwhile, the Karate squad sliced through opponents with surgical precision, amassing an astonishing medal haul—2 gold, 4 silver, and 7 bronze—proving that MSU’s martial artists are a force to be reckoned with.
The Darts men’s team were cool, calculated, and utterly lethal, hitting their marks with unerring accuracy to snatch gold in a display of sheer class. Not to be outdone, the Chess team showcased strategic genius, manoeuvring their way to a hard-fought bronz in a battlefield of wits.
On the football pitch, the Soccer ladies battled with heart and tenacity, their teamwork and resilience earning them a deserved bronze medal in a fiercely contested tournament.
The athletics arena bore witness to individual brilliance, with Forget Chiwara soaring to gold in the long jump, while Elsa Kawadza proved her mettle with silver in the 400m hurdles and gold in the long jump—a testament to her versatility and sheer athleticism.
In what were perhaps the most inspiring performances of the Games, MSU’s paralympic athletes shone brightly, embodying the spirit of determination and excellence.
Shungu Ndoro (T54 category) was unstoppable, claiming gold in both discus and shot put before adding a silver in the 40m race to his glittering collection.
Meanwhile, Nokutenda Muzuva (T13 category) defied the odds, leaping to bronze in the long jump, further cementing MSU’s reputation as a bastion of inclusive sporting greatness.
From the cricket pitch to the track, from the volleyball court to the chessboard, MSU’s athletes didn’t just compete—they conquered.
Their medals, sweat, and unyielding spirit stand as a testament to the University’s unwavering commitment to producing holistic graduates.