‘Sponsorship Helps in So Many Ways Besides it just being Money’ – Former Paralympic Athlete Sandra Khumalo
Some wise words from 2012 and 2016 Paralympian Sandra Khumalo for both able-bodied and para athletes about to embark on the arduous task of acquiring sponsorship, and those who are looking to sign up much-needed financial backing
Fidaah Edries Empowering Female MMA Stars
Fighterz Inc MMA and Wellness Academy gym owner, Fidaah Edries, is on a mission to spike the popularity of Mixed Martial Arts to develop more female fighters in South Africa. He chats with Celine Abrahams about empowering the next generation through the sport.
Justine Palframan on the Comeback
South African Olympian, Justine Palframan is hoping to qualify for the Olympic Games in Tokyo after recently celebrating 12 years for running for South Africa. She chats to Celine Abrahams about her Rio Olympic experience, breaking youth records and recovering from mental health issues.
Alyssa Conley Eyeing Return to the Athletics Track
South African Olympian, Alyssa Conley, has not ruled out the possibility of returning to the athletics track to feature at the 2022 Commonwealth Games after trading her 21-year athletics career for Sevens Rugby. She chats to Celine Abrahams about her sports journey and her biggest learning.
Varsity Netball and Protea Legend delivers Moving Speech in Stellenbosch
After playing Varsity Netball from 2013 to 2016, Maties’ Juline van der Merwe (nee Rossouw) addressed this year’s eight teams with an inspirational talk featuring the fond memories she holds for the competition.
2007 May gSTAR: Mandisa Williams
Mandisa Williams has only been playing rugby for eight years, but she has already tasted success at the highest level. Last year, the Border and Springbok women’s loose forward was selected to be part of the first ever Springbok women’s rugby team to play at the IRB Women’s Rugby World Cup in Canada. Williams was the […]
Personal Account: Time to Take a Break!
It said that everything in life is seasonal. Just as highs and lows come and go, there is a place and a time for everything. As the weather changes, and the temperature drops, and the sting of defeat still burns fresh in the hearts of all cricket-loving South Africans, I find myself at the threshold […]
2007 May Woman in Media: Zeena Isaacs
Zeena Isaacs is South Africa’s only female rugby analyst. Having entertained sports fans with her insightful articles on rugby and golf for Business Day since 2004, Zeena Isaacs turned her focus to television sports broadcasting last March. Since she joined SABC Sport as a rugby analyst on Rugga Zone, this dynamic 24-year-old has taken the […]
2007 April Woman: Thabiso Sikwane
It’s hard to figure out how Thabiso Sikwane gets everything done, and still manage to be a devoted wife and a loving mom. Her latest challenge shows that this career woman is prepared to follow her dreams and at the same time, is hungry for adventure. The host of SAfm’s Afternoon Talk is planning to […]
Blow Us Away Janet
gsport approached GustMag.com Editor and kiteboarding enthusiast Janet Lightbody to learn about a day in the life of an ‘amped’ wind-freak, and we walked away pretty impressed with this girl, who breathes life and energy in her words. Read on to find out just what it is that switches Janet on every day, including her […]