Senegalese wrestling
The Gambian Wrestling ( wolof Borey, boreh or Borreh (correct spelling: Bere or Bere ) and Laamb (correct spelling: Lamb), mandinka Nyoboringo or Nyoboro ), lutte under the French name africaine or lutte sénégalaise known, is a national sport with great tradition in the West African region Senegambia (Gambia and Senegal). But in Niger and Nigeria are known forms of this African wrestling.
Among the members of the West African ruling families in the 11th century there were already Ringer competitions, as they were considered to be a royal, highly respected sport. Today, the competition will be run in every village, especially on the southern border and in the Senegalese region of Casamance.
The wrestling is among men, especially of the Diola ethnic group: run ( different spelling or Diula Jola ). This form of wrestling has a position similar to the sumo wrestling in Japan in Gambia. The counterparties to give yourself beautiful names and are respected members of the village.
Once a year in Kanilai the best wrestlers across the country to compete with each other. The best wrestler is awarded at the end of President Yahya Jammeh, himself a member of the Diola ethnic group and avid wrestler. The largest and most famous wrestling arena is located in Bakoteh, a suburb of Serekunda, on the road to Sukuta. There you will find, except in Ramadan, every Saturday and Sunday fighting took place.
Expiration
For the Gambian Wrestling, the population meets on a weekend afternoon in an open space in the village ( Banta - Ba) in order to watch the wrestlers who are clad only in a loincloth while fighting. The wrestlers try to influence with any luck rituals; so Jujus ( lucky charms ) be reassigned or visited the sacred crocodile pool of Kachikally or Berending. The women strive during this time to prepare the food for all. It's partly the appearance of a cozy barbecue feast to which meets the village. In contrast to the rings, which is operated in the "European" sports events, the Gambian version, each handle is allowed. Although there are no forbidden attacks and actions, the fight usually is operated fairly and with respect. Again: Who is first on the ground, has lost. The winner of the day deserves all the glory. With a grand celebration of the day is ended.