Keen to Work on the 2026 gsport Awards? Final Codes to Unlock Application Form
The Athlete edition of the gsport Newsletter is out, dropping the third code in the 21st gsport Awards crew campaign and putting public nominations for South African sportswomen in focus, with the application window opening after one more week.
Coach KG Kegalale Thwane on Fitness, Representation and Lasting Impact
Kegalale Coach KG Thwane, founder of Movewell by Coach KG, is reshaping grassroots sport in South Africa by building stronger athletes, more confident young minds and more connected communities, from a Letlhabile stadium to the suburbs of Northgate.
Hard Work and Dedication Drive Nadine Roos to Back-to-Back Player of the Year Honours
Nadine Roos has been named Women’s Player of the Year and Springbok Women’s Sevens Player of the Year at the SA Rugby Awards, with the influential back crediting hard work, dedication, and discipline for her continued success on the field.
Clinical Psychologist Akhona Ketwa on Healing through Endurance Sport
Clinical psychologist and triathlete Akhona Ketwa turned to endurance sport after losing her brother, completing her first Ironman 70.3 in 2025 despite four ankle fractures and two surgeries along the way, proving that resilience and self-belief can overcome the greatest setbacks.
Nadine de Klerk Among Top Earners as The Hundred’s Women’s Auction Makes History
Nadine de Klerk made her mark at the inaugural Women’s Hundred auction in London on 11 March, fetching £170,000 as the Proteas all-rounder prepares to represent London Spirit Women alongside compatriot Marizanne Kapp in the season ahead.
Leandra Smeda Sweeps Hollywoodbets Super League Awards Following Stellar Season
TS Galaxy Queens’ star Leandra Smeda attributes her Player of the Season and Top Goal Scorer accolades at the Hollywoodbets Super League Awards to years of discipline and the vital financial backing elevating women’s football in South Africa.
‘This is Where I Wanted To Be’ – Up and Coming Springbok Women’s Star Leigh Fortuin
Up-and-coming Springbok Women’s Sevens star Leigh Fortuin, who recently helped her side win the Rugby Africa Women’s Sevens Cup, shares her journey from a multi-sport youngster to a dual national player, driven by a fierce work ethic and a desire to be a role model.
‘My Dreams have Kept Me Disciplined’ – Youth Field Athletics Star Chay du Plessis
For self-starter field athlete Chay du Plessis who lauds YouTube as first first coach, the dream of becoming an Olympian is the driving force that has kept her disciplined through injuries and setbacks, knowing that her passion is a calling
Irene Banda is Setting the Esports World Alight at Just 12 Years of Age
Twelve-year-old Irene Banda, SA’s top-ranked female Clash Royale player, is the future of esports, with aspirations to be the first Black world champion, showing that anybody can succeed if they work hard, creating crucial representation for African girls
‘The Girl Who Loves Sport’ Hockey Star Malikah Hamza Highlights Perseverance and Hard Work
National hockey star Malikah Hamza shares her true story in ‘Malikah: The Girl Who Loves Sport’, hoping to inspire youth, especially young Muslim women, about the importance of perseverance and hard work in following their sporting dreams
‘Team Barbie Allows Girl Rugby Players to Embrace Confidence’ – World Cup Star, Ilona Maher
In an effort to inspire young girls to proudly own their confidence and challenge stereotypes, Mattel launched Team Barbie featuring rugby stars Ilona Maher, Ellie Kildunne, Portia Woodman-Wickliffe and Nassira Konde
Celebrating Six Years of #gsportGlobal
gsport has been at the forefront of celebrating and amplifying women in sport in South Africa since 2006, and what began on that day has grown into a platform that has honoured hundreds of athletes, preserving their legacy and inspiring generations.