Rulani Mokwena: Marinated in pressure, mastering the art of failing forward
As a young, strapping lad, Rulani Mokwena grew up in Orlando West, where love for Orlando Pirates reigned supreme. Living within earshot of the iconic…
Beyond the scoreline: How Kay Motsepe Championship is transforming lives and schools
While Navalsig High School, Laerskool Queenswood, and St Marks Academy walked away with national honours in Soshanguve on Wednesday, the true victory of the…
From the catwalk to the goalposts: Jessica Williams’ many transformations
Before she regaled fans with her shot-stopping skills or made the world stop and wonder by scoring free kicks from near the centre circle, Jessica Williams…
Minister Solly Malatsi shares his passion for grassroots football
SA Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Solly Malatsi has opened up about his passion for developing football players through his annual SM…
How PSL referee Jelly Chavani is shaping grassroots football in Limpopo
Premier Soccer League [PSL] match official Jelly Chavani has opened up about his deep-rooted passion for guiding aspiring young footballers in his home…
Tiyani Mabunda pays tribute to renowned academy football coach
Former Bafana Bafana midfielder Tiyani Mabunda has paid tribute to prominent youth football coach Hendrick Mukwevho, who has played a key role in developing…
Riverlea teenager reveals lessons from playing Arsenal in England
Riverlea teenager Luciano Josephs says he got a glimpse of the standards required to play at the highest level when he featured against clubs like Arsenal in…
FARPost Cup back to unearth another gem after unleashing Stellenbosch starlet Williams
The draw for the 2026 FARPost Cup was conducted at SAFA House on Thursday, with eight Under-17 teams in the bowl for the September 12 final pencilled in for…
Peter Shalulile: The man who worships God with his feet
To Peter Shalulile, the football field is more than a patch of grass marked with white lines. It is a pulpit. Of course, he sees the opponents, the 11 men…
From ‘playing for fun’ to pro football: How Katekani Mhlongo was discovered
Every professional footballer’s journey features someone who paved the way for their success. For newly signed TS Galaxy defender Katekani Mhlongo, that key…
‘Our grassroots is not in great shape’ — Matthew Booth takes action with Bafana greats
A star-studded contingent of Bafana Bafana legends - led by Matthew Booth, Moeneeb Josephs, as well as former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Jabulani Mendu - have…
