Leemisa Thuseho
THE Lesotho boxing national teams have received a significant morale boost after being handed off-ring attire by retailer, Redline Fruits and Vegetable.
The tracksuits—featuring the country’s colours of blue, white and green—were presented yesterday at Redline stores in Maseru.
Welcoming the donation, Lesotho Boxing Association (LeBA) president, Koloba Sehloho, expressed gratitude for the timely gesture, noting that lack of proper attire has long been one of the team’s major challenges when travelling for international competitions.
He said the new gear will go a long way in boosting the players’ confidence and sense of pride.
“We thank Redline for this donation, which has come at the right time as we prepare for major competitions such as the 2026 Commonwealth Games, the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar this October, as well as the 2028 Olympic Games,” Sehloho said.
“The attire will serve as a huge morale booster. It is a known fact that wearing national colours instils pride and confidence in athletes.
“In many cases, our teams have been forced to use mismatched gear, which affected their professional appearance.”
Sehloho added that the gesture should inspire more businesses to invest in sports development across the country.
Speaking on behalf of Redline, Bokang Mpinane said the company’s contribution was driven by a belief that sport plays a vital role in economic growth.
“This is our way of giving back. We believe that if sport grows, the economy will also benefit,” Mpinane said, urging the corporate sector to increase its support for sporting initiatives.
