Western Lakes State sport teams that went for Peace Cup tournament in Juba arrived safely in Rumbek and the public joined them in celebrating their victory on Wednesday.
Fans received the footballers and athletes at Rumbek airport with slogans of peace, joy as they marched on all streets of the town, Radio Good News reports.
Authorities congratulated the players for winning the Peace Cup and they pledged to support sports activities in the state.
Last month, teams of footballers and athletes were in Juba for peace tournament.
The football team became the champion of the Peace Cup and athletes were awarded thirteen gold medals.
Rumbek girls got nine medals while boys received four gold medals.