Legendary South African swimming coach, Rocco Meiring, has over the years elevated the careers of local swimmers and is determined to produce the next generation, which currently includes champion swimmers Tatjana Schoenmaker and Kaylene Corbett. #BestMan
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Siya Nkosana On a Mission to Develop Eastern Province Cricketers
In our #BestMan feature, Eastern Province women’s cricket coach, Siya Nkosana, expresses his determination to develop cricketers from disadvantage areas with the province and keep the youth off the street.
Simone Upman Builds with the Power of Sport
Social Entrepreneur, Simone Upman, is using her passion for coaching to create more opportunities for children in the country with her sports academy.
#BestMan Mandla Gagayi Prepares for Return of University Sport
UWC’s Director of Sport, Mandla Gagayi, praises the alert Level 1 announcement as it allows student-athletes to get back in action. In this #BestMan Interview, he chats about UWC’s women’s sport policy and immediate plans on the USSA calendar.
Ireland Football Manager Pauw Plots Historic Quest
Her contract renewed for two years, Ireland Women’s National Team Manager Vera Pauw aims to guide her side to a major final for the first time as the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifiers approach
Liz Mills Makes History Coaching Kenya to AfroBasket Tournament
Sydney native, Liz Mills, becomes the first female coach at the helm of a men’s team to qualify for the AfroBasket tournament after guiding the Kenyan Men’s Basketball side to their first event in 28 years.
Booysen Breaks the Internet Following South Sudan Appointment
Vera Pauw and Jean Sseninde lead tributes as world football reacts to South Africa’s Shilene Booysen’s appointment as South Sudan women’s football coach.
Former WTA Player Joannette Kruger Joins TSA Team
Tennis South Africa has announced the appointment of former WTA player Joannette Kruger as a consultant responsible for women’s high-performance tennis.
Titans Players Complete World Rugby Level 1 Coaching Course
Titans Women’s Rugby Academy proudly unveil five of their High-Performance Program players who successfully completed the World Rugby Level One Coaching Course.
Aschin Klein Paves the Way for Future Rugby Stars
South-Western Districts’ Women’s Rugby Head Coach, Aschin Klein, is using his vast experience to develop future national women rugby stars, and chats about his coaching journey and personal development plan to impact athletes.
JVW Teams with BSI for Full Time Football High School
A new partnership between Balderstone Sports Institute and JVW Girls Football aims to provide a full-time high performance football academy with education for talented and dedicated high school aged girls
Sheldon Rostron’s Positive Impact on Women’s Sport
Former South African Women’s Hockey coach, Sheldon Rostron, uses his power as Director of Sport at NWU to ensure that women athletes are afforded opportunities from university level. He chats about his journey and achievements to date.