The Bank Windhoek Doc Tourney delivers thrilling volleyball
Approximately 800 male and female volleyball players across the country gathered in Swakopmund on Saturday, 19 April and Sunday, 20 April 2025, as the Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF), with Bank Windhoek as a primary sponsor, hosted the 41st edition of the Doc Tournament. The participants who battled it out for bragging rights also had a chance to win a portion of the N$104,000 prize money. The event celebrated volleyball excellence and community spirit, bringing together players, coaches, and fans nationwide.
The Namibian Correctional Service emerged as the tournament winners in the Men's Division, making it their third consecutive victory in this competition, while the Namibian Defence Force (NDF)-Raptors took second place. NamPol Volleyball, the Namibian Navy, and NamPower won third, fourth, and fifth spots, respectively. Revivals Volleyball Club won the Women's Division, followed by the University of Namibia (UNAM) Queens. Kudos Volleyball Club won third place, followed by NDF-Phonixes and NamPol Volleyball Club.
Deputy Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts, and Culture, Dino Ballotti, officially opened the tournament. He thanked Bank Windhoek for investing in sports such as volleyball and said that the Government would also increase its investment in sports.
This year's tournament was made even more special by the participation of the Namibia boys' and girls' U/19 National team, which provided the young players with valuable exposure and experience at a senior competitive level.
The NVF President Tobias Mwatelulo said a diverse group of volleyball teams from across the country participated, reflecting the sport's growing interest and competitive spirit. “The event's competitiveness increased to the highest level, and the spectators had a whole pack of actions that kept them on their toes," he said. “Thanks to our sponsor Bank Windhoek, who has been partnering in volleyball for over 14 years, with a sponsorship which has accumulated to four million Namibian Dollars."
The Bank Windhoek Doc volleyball tournament is one of the oldest and biggest in the country. It attracts hundreds of spectators who are always treated to high-energy matches and
impressive displays of skill from players of all ages and skill levels. Families, friends, and volleyball fans fill the stands, creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere throughout the event.
Bank Windhoek's Corporate Social Responsibility and Sponsorships Manager, Audrey Mostert, said it was an amazing experience to witness thrilling competitive volleyball action this Easter weekend. She said the turnout signals that volleyball's development is heading in the right direction. The following are the other results on the day:
Individual awards in Male Category
1. Best Server - Ndakenongo Teofilus (NDF-R)
2. Best Setter - Simon Ekandjo (NCS)
3. Best Blocker - Eliud Ndakenongo (NCS)
4. Best Attacker - Eliuda Haufiku (NCS)
5. Best Libero - Kavetuna Uariependa (NDF-R)
6. Most Valuable Player - Kavetuna Uariependa (NDF-R)
7. Youngest player - Matheus Nahenda (16 Years)
Individual awards in Female Category
1. Best Server - Nokokure Kambatuku (RVC)
2. Best Setter - Hendrina Iindongo (RVC)
3. Best Blocker - Frieda Iindongo (RVC)
4. Best Attacker - Harris Lameesh (UNAM-Q)
5. Best Libero - Reiter Claudia (RVC)
6. Most Valuable Player - Harris Lameesh (UNAM-Q)
7. Youngest Player - Kongwa Mubwayeta (11 Years)
8. Longest Participating Club - RVC & DTS
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