FC Leopards has parted ways with Head Coach Justin Chinama and has appointed Sunday Sichimata as Interim Coach.
FC Leopards Communications Manager Alex Njovu says the super league side has mutually agreed to part ways with the veteran coach.
In a statement accessed by the media in Kabwe, Mr Njovu disclosed that others that have left the correctional boys club are Assistant Coach Donwell Yobe and Goalkeeper Trainer Lameck Nyangu.
Meanwhile, Zambia Correctional Service Sports and Culture Affairs Director Divino Kifita expressed gratitude to the trio for their services and commitment to the club.
“I would like to confirm that we have mutually agreed to separate with Head Coach Justin Chinama, his assistant Mr Donwell Yobe, and Goalkeeper Trainer Lameck Nyangu. We sincerely thank them for the contribution they made to the club,” Mr Kafita said
He announced that Sunday Sichimata has been appointed interim Head Coach and will take charge of the team with immediate effect.
“A new and permanent coach will be announced soon, but in the interim we have asked Chief Inspector Sunday Sichimata to help the team,” he said
Mr Kafita called on the Leopards to rally behind Sichimata and continue supporting the team.
And Mr Sichimata expressed gratitude and humility on his appointment, urging players to give their all and fight for the badge.
“I am humbled to have been given this rare opportunity to help the team. With teamwork, a lot can be achieved,” he said
