Zandi started playing football at UKZN,initially she was a netball player for the Varsity Squad until Coach Thina who was head Coach that time and Coach Mosh (assistant) called her to come assist since she had good handling skills ,and the height to come help out as they were approaching Varsity Cup.She responded when we asked her who influenced or inspired her to become a football player, she is a sports person so she had that sport background,She started falling in love with football because she used to watch football matches at Campus. She so players like Kholosa Biyana and she was really impressed with how she played,She started falling deeper,as the love grew for football she started googling more about it and started goalkeeper training. De gea,Near and Steven are one of the overseas goalkeepers she look up too.Gross happened to be her favourite local because she had a chance to see him train at their campus and insisted he’s grown to be one of the best.her ambitions she would love to be part of the National Team and probably overseas one day,from being just a netball player to playing in the Varsity Cup,USSA and now National Women S’ League has helped her build a lot of confidence in herself and taught her the importance of Consistency. Therefore, as a persistent person she believe is capable. She will keep going till she get what She want,through discipline and hardwork of course. Her previous teams:Real Dolphins (Absa),UKZN Ladies (Sasol).Current: Durban Ladies fc (National Women S’League) ,her achievements received 2 moments of brilliance in the Varsity Cup,also she received Goalkeeper of a tournament, a league at UKZN,said it might not be enough but for her is something special for someone who started goalkeeping in 2018.Players Motivated her every day is Hilda (TUT),Memory Makhanya (Durban Ladies),Favourite goalie is the Bloemfontein Celtics Goalie, insisted she forgot her name,also Kholosa Biyana,she had the privilege to play in the same team as her.she then played against her as she was playing for UWC in the SNWL,commented about her She’s a real hard worker,from playing with her to seeing her playing overseas really motivates her to do better.Besides that,she also very motivated person,she will push herself really hard when she wants something .Zandi think like to applaud herself as well for always going hard for what she wants.Things she learned during her football journey ,told us in football you learn a lot of things that not only help you in the pitch but off the pitch too.To her football is basically everything that happens in their daily lives,repeatedly said without hardwork,you hardly make it out here.Even at school or work,you should be able to plan and execute just like in football.Told us team work is as important in football as it is at work or school,she said a successful team or Company is one that beats with one heart.Specifically doesn’t have a favourite coach highlighted all they were best ,she worked with Coach Thinasonke Mbuli (Banyana Banyana assistant Coach),she helped her a lot in becoming the player she is today.She also worked with Coach Tho Mlaba,who was a Goalkeeper Coach ,that man taught her almost everything she know about Goalkeeping and lastly Coach Nathi Mbili (Currently Durban Ladies head Coach).He believes in her craft and pushes beyond words could explain.Zandi in Action .Zandi in training with Durban Ladies told us with a smiled National Women League is very Competitive and demanding ,must prepare well all the times.Recently she signed with Wm scouting Agency as their representatives
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Coach Kenny started love football at the tender age of 12 ,by time also started playing in dusty streets of Matsulu.the person influenced and inspired him to become a development coach is his longtime friend from High School known as coach wonder or coach stam (wonderboy Myanga ) in football fraternity ,highlighted they used to watch champs league and Us 94 final Italy and Brazil insisted they used to analysed that game also that’s where his love for coaching started. Challenges he faced said not all personnel will be supportive of your ideas and you have to stick to your guts and protect your image as a coach .During his football journey he learned to be opened to opinions because football evolves.His ambitions is to take youth out of the streets ,repeatedly said he don’t just coach them football but also make sure that they do well in school and have a friend called Sipho Msibi who s’working at social development, he always there to give the lads about do’s and don’ts of life.His achievements taking Zola fc to the top 8 of Sukumani Sidlale tournament ,was special to him because when he started no one gave him a chance with those u17 boys and 4 senior players were part of that team.also collected a gold medal with Chippa Stars from Pienaar under Space program in 2002.previous teams:Matsulu Barcelona,Zola Stars,Chippa Stars ,SSD Academy and Sbhuca Fc,Letsakutfula school project also helping out one of the local team in managerial role. His motivation for everyday seeing his young boys graduating to Senior teams in SAFA Regional League and ABC Motsepe will make him happier because he said to from scratch @under 12 it’s not child s’ play hence he called himself a madman ,because of his dedication and taught himself to be turf every where he goes.
Pesha s’ Dream to play football started in his old secondary School playing coca cola competition with Klass Mothapo high school under 15,that’s when was scouted by Transnet School of Excellent and they made things easier for him to joined Bidvest Wits Juniors at the age of 16 years that’s where all started for him.a person who inspired and influenced him to play football was his late coach Jerry Ramohlale who always tells him to put more hard work if wanna be amongst the best player in the Country ,his current favourite player is Thiago Alcantara from Spain.his ambitions is to play for South Africa senior football National Team ,hinted wants to die for his National Team and also inspire more Generations.Previous teams :Transnet School of Excellent, Bidvest Wits Fc,Arcadia Sheppard fc ,Baroka MDC,Baroka fc Dstv ,achievements individual award won play of the tournament in Kay Motsepe,won top goal scorer in soccer marathon with Transnet School of excellent, and won SAB play offs with Baroka fc.People motivating him every day he was his late Coach Jerry Ramohlale and also since he met Mr Myanga is also the one who keep him moving,also he remembered was selected to u15 national team and after 3 days of training they released him ,the national team said can’t play for national still has a lot to learn and it made him to think of quitting football and at Transnet he never played any game of the league until they play some Gauteng cup with Bidvest that’s the only time he touched the ball and that night was selected to play for wits fc.things he learned have to be discipline and respect everyone in and off the field ,highlighted remember in this game there is no big player we are all equal. His Dream to go back to Dstv league again because just parted ways with Baroka fc and the rest will follow.
Gaucho came from Harrismith in free State ,is 22 years old also is very much passionate with football and he is destined to reach his Dream .he started his football career in Boarding School at Qwa2 Manthatisi boarding School in 2006.the player inspired to play football is Daine Klate and some local players at school.financially he was struggling because he was from school and also his parents both working on the farm so they can support him both in School and football ,also he struggles to attended training sessions sometimes twice or trice ,so that was his biggest challenge in his life ,elaborated there s’ no LFA or any other league in his Area,also hinted at his Boarding School football wasn’t recognized much it was all about education but after his life style over ,things got better for him because he got piece job on the farm balanced his life better ,because his parents was struggling so much financiallyHis achievements in football was into every level of football academies LFA to SAB and winning trophies with New Generation fc as a captain also at Mogalakwena United in Limpopo one of well known development in Mokopane won many trophies .insisted the person was motivating him all the time his mentor by the name of Coach Walter the chairman in Limpopo and currently his favourite players in Abroad Christian Ronaldo and Locally Khamar Billiat .Future used to played for the following teams ,Hyper Academy campaigning in Gauteng Development League,Sisonke youth project Durban, Dla2 fc,Bright Stars Academy JHB,New Generation fc under 21,Giyani Happy Boys fc SAB League, Mogalakwena united Development Limpopo Mokopane .Now is on the verge signing with new team but things still pending because is in talks with many teams,so soon he will be heading to one of them especially in Mpumalanga they table a good offer for him,also his Dream to become a professional footballer ,he wants to inspire and motivates many upcoming players ,Lastly his Goal is to run a Big Sports Brand where will help youth Achieve their Dreams through sports.
Lesuoa Mokete known as Mokete Gento started playing football at an early age around the township in Sasolburg,it was around 2011.he was not playing any league but Kasi Tournaments.the person who influenced and inspired him to play football is Mr Sello Mokoena because he is the one spotted him from the dusty football grounds in his township also helped him to joined Free State Stars Development Team,where he started playing SAFA Promotion League.honestly he said everyone who used to watched him also played important role regarding his football career and influenced him more to play football because after playing everyone would come to compliment and advise him to take football seriously. The other thing inspired him ,growing up watching football matches also helped him to work harder ,stayed focused so can be the same situation (platform) one day.His ambitions as a footballer in South Africa is pretty much predictable, like most players in the country ,he would like to do well in his birth Country and when an opportunity represent itself will try to get a move from overseas ,and represent South Africa Senior National team (Bafana-Bafana).Best coach he worked with ,came across with plenty Best Coaches so can’t single out one ,replied all they were wonderful.Regarding his football journey Learned to be discipline and respect insisted he can assure us ,it goes a long way in their football careers .he would also add determination and hard work.so far haven’t achieved anything yet.every day got motivation from his family to do better ,also his previous coaches advice him to many things and also the guy scouted him Mr Sello Mokoena played a huge role for encouraging him ,and everyone in his close cycle.
Thapelo Mpai Sibiya began to play football in 1999 from a development team called Nomvethe Eleven xi fc ,then he moved to another development team from Matsulu called Barcelona fc.the players influenced and inspired him to play and take football seriously are Kenneth Ngomane and Sam zunguza .After playing lengthy of promotion games ,he went to Joined Green Mamba fc was campaigning in SAB League ,his performance noticed by many teams but he chose Elshedai United fc campaigning in ABC Motsepe League also captaining the side.Regarding his achievements Thapelo won 5 Matsulu Selati Cup,also won ABC Motsepe league promotion with Elshedai United fc 2019/20 season,won News Horn Soccer Tournament with Elshedai United fc,won ABC Motsepe promotion with Man U.currently he enjoy watching Bruno Fernandez from Manchester United Fc ,admired his style of play .We asked a question referring to him ,who motivates u every day ?replied God ,Family and my fiancée Vuyisile,also during his football journey in and off the field learned respect, dedication, loyalty, mostly hard work.he explained worked with many coaches during his football career ,but coach Phiri Ngomane and Piet Chauke are Best mentors to him,his last words said is ready for 2020/21 season ABC Motsepe league also urge supporters to come and watch Elshedai United fc at KaNyamazane Stadium.
Speedy Bheki Mabaso started playing football for a development team called Alba Cosmos from Matsulu.after alba cosmos ,Mr Nkuna from East High Academy spotted him ,played for EastHigh Won Many trophies including Kay Motsepe cup ,after Serame Letsoaka selected him for South Africa under 17 and played very well ,also wàs called up to under 20 Cosafa cup ,after the national teams games ,Tebogo Moloi by that time was at Orlando Pirates fc scouted him.what he learned during his football journey in and off the field dedication, respect, discipline, concentration throughout 90mins ,always respect opponents.Speedy s’ favourite players was Willington Ngwenya from his area in Matsulu,John Shoes Moshoeu and Overseas Ronaldinho.Speedy s ‘previous teams Alba Cosmos fc,Stone Breakers fc,Matsulu Limited fc,Easthigh Academy, Orlando Pirates fc (Yebo Yes),Sivutsa Stars NFD,Phiva Young Stars fc,Also he worked with the following coaches during his football career Serame Letsoaka ,Molefi Ntseki,Augusto Palacios,Doctor Khumalo,Teboho Moloi .he was grateful regarding his achievements in football by playing for national team u17/u20 Cosafa Cup,u17 cosafa cup top goalscorer in Namibia, Selected to Metropolitan all Stars 2006,Silulumanzi player of the tournament and his ambitions was to play football professional ,reach his Dream to play overseas and represents South Africa National team Senior level.
Nhlanhla Raymond known as Coach Gee in football fraternity ,started coaching while was playing to a football development team called Young Tigers from Pienaar Msogwaba,from there went to play for Mbombela Saints fc was based in Nelspruit campaigning to SAFA/SAB .he decided to retire focus more on coaching ,Mbombela Saints fc gave him a platform to be a student of the game .Coach Gee yet at the moment doesn’t qualifications but is doing a wonderful job helping ABC Motsepe teams to be better in terms of conditioning etc.His Achievement as a coach qualifying for last 32 nedbank cup with Tjakastaat Junior Sheppard fc and finished 2nd place in ABC Motsepe League.Many asked this question ,Coach Gee who influence or inspired you to become a Coach?,he said one thing influence him to become a coach got eye for talent and things inspired him in football when he met family friends and he learned a lot about life itself ,stating people coming from different backgrounds and everyone has to tell a story about life and also like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Tafa owner of Mbombela Saints fc for the opportunity .coaching career: previous teams:Mbombela Saints fc (SAB),Msogwaba United fc (SAB),Mighty Bees fc (SAB),Tjakastaat Junior Sheppard fc (ABC Motsepe League),Current Team:Kriel Football Academy (ABC Motsepe League), His ambitions to see many players current work with reach Euro and change his Community, help his current team to get promoted to Glad Africa League .
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The co_founders of Amatikwe care Academy ,is Mr Andrew Sokhulu and Mr Lucky “Big” Madlala.the Academy completed with 4 divisions ,which are under 11,under13,under 15,añd under 17.overall the number of children formed Amatikwe care Academy is 60.Achievements of the academy ,won Lion Matches invitational cup in 2018 and one of their player were selected on Durban fc trials in 2019,that player went from there to joined Amazulu fc u17,however the academy management aware the player is no longer with Amazulu fc and they didn’t state the reasons.the other achievement of the academy one of their talented player was transferred to SAB League in 2020 .Regarding the academy yet no player has been transferred to professional team ,currently the academy is located iñ Amatikwe area of Inada,North of Durban.the Academy doesn’t have sponsorships ,also looking for one interms of training equipment ,transportation etc.the academy formed a partnership with Ekaya and also is one of the Ekaya branches .
Sibusiso Buthelezi started his work as a fitness coach in 2011 in virgin active until 2015.at the beginning of September same year he went to gym company. same year again, he was with Inside Active and Gym company until 2017 may.In 2017 January and February, he was with Highlands Park fc second team (MDC).2017 July he was with Moove Emotion Healthy Club until 2020 march,also in 2018 went to Bidvest Wits fc First team to observed their training sessions the whole month of August.currently is with the SAB team called Golden Drifters football club as a fitness trainer and assistant coach.Originally is from Kzn Enquthu Nondweni Section 5 but currently staying in Johannesburg Randburg Cosmo City.He specialises with fitness, also is a physical trainer and fitness instructor.
Nyiko Refengkgotso Jubilate Nyathi from Nelspruit in Vidacom,started playing football in 2016 and he was 12 years.the first time he played football, it was at SuperSport United Soccer Schools branch Mbombela Nelspruit .he said no one inspired him regarding football, but said coach Wonder from Mpumalanga School of Excellence used to coach him at Super Sport United Soccer Schools saw something in him that didn’t saw in himself ,so it took him under his wing and taught him a lot about him.The boy s’ dream always play and represent his country, now presently got a chance to play for South Africa u17 National team also his goal is to play in overseas. During his football development career, won Manchester Cup in 2019,Manchester Cup leading Goalscorer in 2019,won primary Ehlanzeni cup and leading goalscorer award in 2017,Nelspruit Primary top goalscorer in 2018,Lowveld High School top goalscorer in 2019.Nyiko is on duty with South Africa under 17 National team.In three years s’ time,the 16 year old young striker wants to himself representing his country, also playing in overseas, insisted is aware is not going to be easy willing to work harder than ever before so he can reach his Dreams and Goals.
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