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Allen Khumalo, Sports Reporter
INNOCENT Muchaneka scooped three prizes at Chicken Inn’s September awards yesterday.
For being man of the match in their two games against Caps United and Chapungu, Muchaneka walked away with $200 and a further $500 for being named player of the month.

The man of the match award prize money of $100 per game is sponsored by Zibuko Capital, while the player of the month accolade of $500 is backed by Black Shark Security. The player gets $300 and shares $200 with his teammates.

The midfielder expressed gratitude to his teammates.

“Things have been getting better ever since I joined the club. I want to thank my teammates for the collaborative work. I would also like to thank the coaches for their guidance and believing in me,” said Muchaneka.

Nicole Mutatiwa went home $200 richer for being man of the match in their games against Bulawayo City and Harare City, while Joe Nyabinde walked away with $100 for his outstanding performance in their 2-1 win over Yadah FC.

Black Shark Security representative Trevor Jakachira said they are pleased to be associated with brand Chicken Inn FC.

“We have seen consistency and discipline in the team. As sponsors we are very pleased to be part and parcel of this brand. They are actually our ambassadors and we are looking forward to a more fruitful relationship with the club,” said Jakachira.

After the awards ceremony, Zibuko Capital conducted a financial literacy workshop for the Game Cocks.
Zibuko Capital representative Karen Jiri said the workshop was aimed at equipping players with necessary skills to prepare for life after football.

“Players make a lot of money, but after football there is very little to show for it. This is not going to be the case with Chicken Inn players as long as we are here. We want to help these players make sound financial decisions so that they are able to invest and prepare for life after football,” said Jiri.