Challenging Stereotypes
Is she a girl or is she a boy? That’s been the level of debate surrounding teenage athlete sensation Mokgadi “Caster” Semenya at home and abroad. The question we should be asking ourselves in South Africa and in a globalised world steeped in gender stereotypes is how this young woman, who defies all templates of […]
Proteas Training Squad Announced
Convenor of the Women’s national selection panel, Denise Reid, has announced a 23-member squad that will assemble at the High Performance Centre at the University of Pretoria for a training camp from 28-30 December 2008 as South Africa steps up its preparations for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup taking place in three months time […]
Nabeehah Makes History
Fighter Nabeehah Sayed made history for South Africa, when she became the first person to bring home a gold medal from the WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) World Championships, which took place in Naples, Italy from 24-27 September 2008, where she represented a 66-member Springbok team, along with her coach and cousin, Irshaad Sayed.
Cricket’s World Cup Contenders
Women’s cricket worldwide is being taken more seriously, led by the sincere support of the International Cricket Council (ICC), which has put increased resources behind the women’s game, leading to an ever-improving profile in many countries. In March next year, eight countries will participate in the ICC Women’s World Cup in Australia, which promises to […]
Pinnacle Point Promotes Cricket
More than 3750 children from disadvantaged communities in the Western and Southern Cape took to the streets for the 2008 Pinnacle Point Street Cricket League which kicked off on Friday, October 10, as cricket takes over the sporting landscape this summer.
Cricket is Here!
It’s cricket season, and the allure of summer has set the tone for an awesome season, so its time to get out there and support this great game. I travelled to Bloemfontein and Kimberley to watch Graeme Smith and the Proteas play Kenya in two MTN One Day Internationals last weekend, and it was great […]
Being In the Moment
Last month we spoke about using the vibrancy of our five senses to give us guidance in making positive choices. Slowing down to pay attention to the world around us through our senses is about mindfulness, and being in the present moment. In the craziness of the information age where success is measured by being […]
Putting 2010 First
I was recently in London on an incredible trip with a group of South African sports administrators, during which we had the privilege of meeting inspirational individuals who contribute to sporting excellence in Britain.
Reflecting on Olympics 2008
The iconic 2008 Beijing Olympic Games venues, the Water Cube in front of the Birds Nest, pictured during the Games’ Opening Ceremony. All pictures courtesy SASCOC. As South Africa reflects on a rather disappointing Olympic Games campaign, there is one thing the country can be proud of – the number of women in the team […]
Learning Lessons from England
The South African women’s cricket team have returned from a bruising tour of England where they failed to win a match. It’s easy to get despondent but it was always going to be a challenging tour, considering that the English are currently the top women’s cricket side in the world, and they’re playing some of […]
September 2008 Woman: Alison Burchell
Alison Burchell is a compassionate individual who is determined to make a difference in sport, and is the kind of sports administrator you want on your team. She is the Chief Director for Client Services, Liaison, Events and Facilities, working closely with federations with regards to education and training, club development, as well as international […]
Sune’s Sponsorship Request
Ten-year-old Sune du Toit has been climbing the ranks of local chess with quiet determination, but a meeting with US-based chess master provided inspiration enough for Sune to go for broke, and her efforts have been rewarded with her selection to represent SA at the World Youth Chess Championships to be held in Vietnam, during […]