By Etienne Mainimo Mengnjo
Cameroon’s U20 women’s volleyball team is set to compete in the 2025 African Nations Volleyball Championship with a 12-woman squad selected by head coach Victor Imele.
The roster was announced at a press conference in Yaoundé on July 1, following an intensive two-month training camp. The championship, scheduled from August 2 to 12, will be hosted in Yaoundé. The tournament will feature teams from Egypt, Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, Morocco, and Senegal.
Unveiling the squad, Coach Imele stressed that the selection was based purely on merit and performance statistics. “We will do everything possible to win the trophy after two unsuccessful attempts,” he stated, highlighting the team’s ambition.
He added that the team has spent the last two months preparing, including playing a series of friendly matches and studying their opponents’ strategies.
Team captain and 19-year-old setter, Ottou Mebenga Arielle, expressed confidence in the team’s chances. “My team and I are ready to fight for the trophy for the first time in our country’s history,” she declared. “We are well-prepared, highly motivated, and confident. I know we will do our best for the trophy to remain in Cameroon.”
Bello Bourdan, President of the Cameroon Volleyball Federation, echoed this sentiment, stating that the federation has provided the team with everything they need to succeed and bring home the trophy.
The final squad features players from four different clubs, showcasing a balanced mix of talent. The team’s preparation camp focused on both physical conditioning and individual tactical development. The winner of the competition will automatically qualify for the 2026 U20 Women’s World Championship.
Full list of players:
Middle Blocker
Simo Mogue Danielle Patricia -2008- (Mayo Kani Evolution)
Souita Isabel -2007-(Nyong et Kelle Volleyball)
Mballa Njang Donatella Julienne -2007- (Fatgo Volleyball Club)
Outside Hitter
Ngono Ndongo Delphine -2006- (Nyong Et Kelle Volleyball)
Mbouombouo Youwa Marie Tina -2006- (Litto Team Volleyball)
Belinga Amakeka Marie Thérèse Pulchérie -2008- (Mayo Kani Evolution)
Bidza Ekani Lucie Carole -2008- (Litto Team Volleyball)
Nanyongo Giovanna Kimora Ayuk Teku -2009- (Litto Team Volleyball)
Setter
Signe Fonkou Maeva -2007- (Mayo Kani Evolution)
Ottou Mebenga Françoise Arielle -2006- (Litto Team Volleyball)
Liberos
Ngatcha Tchakounte Chibaudale Blanche -2006- (Litto Team Volleyball)
Kenfack Sandra -2007- (Mayo Kani Evolution)
