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The University of Fort Hare: Navigating The First Season in the Hollywoodbets Super League

In an exclusive interview with Sibonelo Doyisa, the coach of the University of Fort Hare Women's Football Club, he opened up about the team’s journey and performance in their debut season in the Hollywoodbets Super League.  University of Fort Hare FC  © Galo Images Promoted at the end of the 2023 season, the team is currently in the 12th position on the log after 16 matches, with a record of five wins, two draws, and nine losses. The coach expressed how disheartened he is with the team’s progress. “The performance of the team is not so good, but the team is slowly moving in the right direction. The team is still new, but it has shown that given time and some personnel there and there it can go further into the league,” the coach noted. Coach Sibonelo is a SAFA D Coaching License holder, awaiting C licence certificate, he identified several key areas where the team needs to enhance their game going forward, with one of the primary areas focussing on bringing in new signings.  “I thi
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Momentum Proteas Embark on Crucial Tour to India

The Momentum Proteas gear up for an enthralling tour to India set to take place from 10 June - 9 July. The tour promises an entertaining display of cricketing prowess as the Proteas lock horns with their Indian counterparts in a series comprising three ODI matches, a pivotal Test match, and three T20Is. Proteas Women  © Cricket South Africa Following the departure of long service coach Hilton Moreeng, assistant coach Dillion du Preez took over the role of interim coach on this tour. South Africa have announced the ODI and Test squad, with the T20I to be announced at a later stage. Team captain Laura Wolvaardt, has emphasised how the game time she got playing for the Gurajat Giants at the Women’s Premier League (WPL) was crucial for her to get used and be familiar with the playing conditions in India. Laura Wolvaardt  © Gallo Images Wolvaardt added that although India plays a lot of cricket compared to the Momentum Proteas and possess world class players, the team have done their homewo

Rising from Injuries: Kholosa Biyana's Triumphant Return to Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies

 In an exclusive interview, Banyana Banyana and Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies midfielder Kholosa Biyana, who recently returned to Banyana Ba Style's squad after a challenging injury, opened up about her recovery process, motivation, and the unwavering support from her team.  Kholosa Biyana  © Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies Announced as a new signing for Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies on August 29, 2023, Biyana also made headlines when she played for the Spanish side Sporting Gijón during the 2020-21 season, showcasing her skills on an international platform. Her stint in Spain not only honed her abilities but also highlighted her resilience and adaptability.. Challenges of Recovery During Banyana Banyana's CAF Women's Olympic Qualifiers against Tanzania in February, Biyana was forced to go out for South Africa after sustaining an injury. Reflecting on the difficult journey of her recovery, “Fox”, as commonly called by her peers, candidly shared the physical and emotional challenges she face

“That’s one of our goals as a team, to produce players that can go compete at international level." - UWC Head Coach, Thinasonke Mbuli.

 The University of the Western Cape (UWC) Ladies Football team has had a remarkable start to the 2024 season with an impressive record that reflects their hard work. With only two losses highlighting their competitive edge in the league, the team currently lies third on the Hollywoodbets Super League log with 13 games played, 9 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses (W 9 D 2 L 2).  Thinasonke Mbuli, UWC FC Head Coach.  © Gallo Images Under the astute guidance of the South African senior Women’s National team assistant coach, Thinasonke Mbuli, the team has demonstrated resilience and a winning spirit. In an exclusive interview, Coach Mbuli shared her reflections on the season so far and discussed the key elements the team will focus on during the off-season. UWC kicked off their season with a four goal thriller when they faced Copperbelt FC in their debut match of the season, the two teams played to a 2-2 stalemate. The Western Cape side collected two wins, two draws and one loss in their opening

JVW FC’s New Star Signing Shares Her Journey and Motivation

In a recent interview, we sat down with JVW FC's latest signing, the talented defender Nomathamsanqa Sikweza who recently made waves by transitioning from the University of Johannesburg FC to The Blue Diamonds. Her journey is not just about a change of jersey but a story of growth, ambition, and passion for the beautiful game. “Thami” shared insights into her decision to join JVW, the differences in team culture, and what keeps her driven on and off the field. We also couldn't miss the chance to congratulate her on her recent Player of the Month award at JVW FC. Image: Nomathamsanqa Sikweza in action for JVW “Firstly I'd like to thank UJ FC for giving me the opportunity to learn and grow as an individual. My time at UJ was one of the best and I can never withdraw myself from saying I love and appreciate the team [UJ]. Transitioning from UJ FC to JVW FC has been the best decision I've taken as a player that's looking to learn more and grow, and so far it has been Ama

An exclusive Glimpse into the PEP Mini Netball Tournament with Dumisani Chauke.

As the excitement builds for the PEP Mini Netball tournament set to take place at Colin Mann Primary in Germiston, Johannesburg, I had the opportunity to sit down with Dumisani Chauke, the tournament’s esteemed brand ambassador.  Image Source: Gallo Sport Chauke, a former SPAR Proteas Netball assistant coach, shared valuable insights about the upcoming event scheduled for Thursday, 6 June, from 13:00 to 17:00. She highlighted that the coaching sessions would cater to a wide range of school coaches focusing primarily on children from seven to ten years old. Our conversation began with Chauke outlining the primary objectives of the netball coaching sessions. “The PEP mini netball coaching sessions are aimed at coaches that coach mini netball, basically coaches from different schools that have signed up through the South African Schools Netball. [These coaches] come together in one venue and get equipped both with mental, emotional skills, get motivated, inspired as well as get given and

From Sunflower FC to Mamelodi Sundowns: Meet Asanda Hadebe

In this exclusive Q & A, we dive into the vibrant world of Asanda Hadebe, Mamelodi Sundowns' dynamic new signing from Sunflower FC! As the former captain of her team, Asanda brings not only her impressive football skills but also her leadership prowess to the pitch. Image: Asanda Hadebe, 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup photoshoot It's time to peel back the layers to reveal the person behind the athlete. From her early days kicking a ball around in her hometown to the passions and pursuits that drive her off the field, this is your chance to get to know Asanda Hadebe like never before.  Join us for a fun and engaging journey into the life of Banyana Ba Style’s newest star  as she prepares to join seven of her Sundowns teammates on the national squad for the upcoming international friendlies against Senegal. Q: Welcome to Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies FC, Asanda! What’s been the most exciting part of joining the team so far? A: Thank you for welcoming me! The most exciting part of