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It’s been two years since Lindsey Wright (nee Carlisle) retired from international hockey, but not after twice achieving her childhood dream of representing her country at the Olympic Games. Even after retirement, Lindsey remains involved in hockey, coaching youngsters to become better players. But, as you read this Lindsey is preparing to welcome her first […]
August 2008 gSTAR: Vida Ryan
Hockey striker Vida Ryan is getting her first taste of the Olympics in Beijing, representing the SPAR National women’s hockey team, just 18 months after making her debut for South Africa. What makes this story even more special is that it’s a family affair with Vida’s sister, Vidette, also part of the national team.
August 2008 Style Star: Uyanda Mbuli
Uyanda Mbuli has loved high-end fashion since she was a little girl, so it’s no surprise that she embodies effortless style and is often a red carpet feature at many top social events, both here and internationally. This vibrant woman has forged a successful career as a businesswoman, actress, and TV personality, while rubbing shoulders […]
August 2008 Woman in Media: Carly Weinberg
Since she was in school, Carly Weinberg knew she wanted to be a sports journalist. To further her dream, she studied towards a BA in Media Studies and English at University of Johannesburg (formerly Wits). Crucially, she backed up her dream with determination; securing an internship with SoccerLife Magazine during her third year of study. […]
August 2008 Woman: Lindsey Wright
It’s been two years since Lindsey Wright (nee Carlisle) retired from international hockey, but not after twice achieving her childhood dream of representing her country at the Olympic Games. Even after retirement, Lindsey remains involved in hockey, coaching youngsters to become better players. But, as you read this Lindsey is preparing to welcome her first […]
My World Title Fight
The fight took place at the CTICC "Sons of Africa" bill on Saturday 19 July in Cape Town – my home town, my territory. My strategy for the rematch was to be more aggressive and to dominate right from the start.
Balaton to Beijing!
After waiting so long for August to arrive, my final week here in Hungary has flown by! Training has been really good and the weather has been fantastic, helping us prepare for the high temperatures and humidity in Beijing.
gsport Celebrates in Style
One year after qualifying for the Olympic Games, the SPAR national women’s hockey team are about to demonstrate how far they have come since their last Olympic appearance. Their coach, Jenny King, wants a top 10 finish in Beijing to enable to qualify for the Champions League.
Hockey Girls Want Top 10 Finish
One year after qualifying for the Olympic Games, the SPAR national women’s hockey team are about to demonstrate how far they have come since their last Olympic appearance. Their coach, Jenny King, wants a top 10 finish in Beijing to enable to qualify for the Champions League.
Honouring Elana Meyer
The gsport…for Girls! Initiative was delighted to honour one of South Africa’s greatest female distance runners, Elana Meyer, who was inducted into the gsport Hall of Fame at the start of Women’s Month. Elana was honoured for her contribution to sport and her achievements in distance running, in an extended career which saw her […]
How Hazel Got Her Groove Back!
Eighties netball phenomenon, Hazel Gumede, has a beautiful spirit, and she lives her life with purpose. She has a deep passion for netball and works hard to promote her beloved sport, without the need for recognition or acknowledgement.
Zinhle Dares to be a Rugby Girl
There are lots of stereotypical attitudes in sport, like the notion that soccer and rugby are sports for men. Society is so well trained to associate sports with men. But Zinhle "Bhoko" Ndawonde, from Chesterville, begs to differ. She is a young, talented woman, and boy, can she play rugby!