Yala return to county finals after decade
Yala’s basketball team has booked a place in the county championship for the first time in 10 years, sealing their return this week after a series of commanding performances in the regional qualifiers.
The side secured qualification through consistent wins in the preliminary rounds, ending a decade-long absence from the county showpiece. Players and coaches described the milestone as a reward for sustained rebuilding efforts. “This means everything to the boys and the community,” the team coach said. “We’ve worked patiently for this moment.”
A senior player added, “We want to go all the way now.”
Yala’s resurgence marks a significant turnaround for the program, which has steadily invested in youth development to restore its competitive edge on the local basketball scene.