Friday 5th December 2025 will forever remain a golden moment in the history of The Iron Ladies Soccer Club as the team came together to celebrate one of their brightest stars — goal-scoring maestro and now Engineer, Nicole Hawi.
The day began at the graduation ceremony, where Nicole officially earned her engineering qualification to cheers, ululations, and joy from both her family and her football family. Immediately after the ceremony, the entire team travelled to Nicole’s home, where they were warmly welcomed by her proud parents and extended family.
Nicole’s mother expressed heartfelt gratitude to the club, saying,
“You have been Nicole’s second family. You stood with her through every challenge, and today you celebrate her like your own. We are deeply thankful.”
Her father added,
“This team has shaped her discipline, confidence, and strength. God bless The Iron Ladies.”
An Emotional Visit Followed by a ‘Lit’ After-Party
After the family visit, the team headed to an after-party hosted at the home of the Club CEO & Team Manager, Jeff Mudembei. The celebration was lively but also filled with touching moments as Nicole shared her emotional journey of balancing sports and academics.
Nicole’s Emotional Speech
Fighting back tears, Nicole addressed the team:
“Engineering was not easy. There were nights I wanted to give up, days I felt overwhelmed, and moments I doubted myself. But every time I stepped on the pitch, you reminded me who I am. You pushed me, encouraged me, and kept me going. I thank God for giving me teammates who became sisters. This achievement is ours — not just mine.”
Teammates Celebrate Their Engineer
One by one, her teammates shared words of pride and admiration:
Suzette
“Nicole, your journey has reminded us that greatness requires both heart and hard work. We celebrate you, our engineer and our champion.”
Lilian (Farouk)
“Nicole, you’ve proven that nothing is impossible. You shine on the pitch and in class. We are proud!”
Eddah
“Your discipline inspires us all. Keep soaring, engineer!”
Shosh
“You’re not just a scorer — you’re a role model. Well done!”
Fay
“Congratulations my sister. More wins ahead!”
Floshy
“Seeing you in that gown was everything. Proud doesn’t even begin to describe it.”
Diana
“You carried books and football boots with the same energy. Respect!”
Lucy
“Your journey motivates us to push harder. Congratulations!”
Flo
“Engineer by day, striker by evening! We celebrate you.”
Naomi (New Signing)
“Joining this team and seeing such achievements gives me hope. Nicole, you inspire me already.”
Sarah (Trials)
“If this is what Iron Ladies stand for, I want to be part of it. Congrats Nicole!”
Mamu
“We love you girl. Keep flying high.”
Adeh
“You’ve set the bar high but we’re following right behind you. Proud!”
Jossy (Goalkeeper)
“I trust you with goals on the pitch, and now you’ve scored the biggest one off the pitch. Bravo!”
Delphine
“You’ve shown us what resilience looks like. Congratulations!”
Shelvin
“Your achievement is a reminder that we can all achieve our dreams.”
Prudence
“We celebrate your hard work and determination. Well done Nicole!”
Leadership Speaks: Pride From the Top
CEO/TM Jeff Mudembei
“Nicole represents the spirit of The Iron Ladies — resilience, discipline, and excellence. Today we celebrate not just her achievement, but the power of combining sports and education. Congratulations, Engineer Hawi.”
Welfare Manager, Beatrice Chepkosia
“We are proud of the young woman Nicole has become. She embodies everything we strive to build: strong, focused, and grounded.”
Technical Director & Head Coach, Lemmy Easter
“On the pitch she is fearless, and off the pitch she is unstoppable. She is proof that footballers can excel in academics too.”
Aunt Eunice
“We thank the team for standing with her. Nicole’s success is a community victory.”
Her Nephew, Ali (smiling proudly)
“That’s my aunt! The engineer who scores goals.”
A Day to Remember
The celebration ended with music, laughter, dancing, and heartfelt conversations — a perfect blend of joy and emotion. For Nicole, this was more than a graduation day; it was a moment of affirmation, love, and unity.
The Iron Ladies Soccer Club once again proved that they are not just a team… they are a family.
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