{"id":2906,"date":"2024-06-24T11:38:32","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T09:38:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hconline.co.za\/?p=2906"},"modified":"2024-06-24T11:38:32","modified_gmt":"2024-06-24T09:38:32","slug":"young-future-stars-shine-at-delmas-youth-day-soccer-event","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.highveldchronicle.co.za\/wp64\/young-future-stars-shine-at-delmas-youth-day-soccer-event\/","title":{"rendered":"Young future stars shine at Delmas youth day soccer event"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Delmas recently hosted an exhilarating soccer tournament characterised by a marvellous display of youthful energy and soccer prowess on Youth Day, June 16, 2024, at the Arbor Sports Ground. The thrilling event provided a platform for young athletes to exhibit their passion for the beautiful game and compete for top honours. 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