Here are gsport’s October 2023 Newsmakers!
gsport is delighted to announce the ten South African individuals and teams unveiled as its October’s Newsmakers, who now join those already in consideration for national acclaim at gsport’s year-end gsport Annual List, early in December.
DP World and Western Province Claim Early Wins at T20 Season Openers
Defending champions DP World Lions and last year’s runner’s up Western Province opened their accounts for the 2023/24 CSA Women’s T20 Challenge (Division One) with respective seven-wicket victories against the Recon Tactical Free State and the Hollywoodbets Dolphins
Marizanne Kapp and Suné Luus Power Proteas Women to Emphatic Win Over Pakistan
Proteas Women bounced back from the T20I series defeat with a convincing 127-run victory in the first of three ODI’s against Pakistan thanks to match-winning centuries from Suné Luus and Marizanne Kapp.
#GoGirls #BePartOfIt #GoGirls
Cricket SA Launches Pro Domestic League to Revolutionise Women’s Cricket
South Africa’s standing as hosts of the ICC Women’s and U19 Women’s T20 World Cups is boosted as the Federation announces a Professional Women’s Cricket League to unite and bring women’s cricket together from all corners of the nation.
Marizanne Kapp Leads Oval Invincibles to Victory
Proteas Women all-rounder Marizanne Kapp hit an unbeaten 64, as Oval Invincibles beat Birmingham Phoenix. Kapp was also awarded Match Hero for her outstanding efforts on the day.
#gsportGlobal #GoGirls
Angelique Taai: “Do Not Change to Fit in But Rather Lead Your Own Space”
Hollywoodbets Dolphins Ladies Head Coach Angelique Taai believes more women should be given the opportunity to take up leadership positions in sport in the country. Read on her story of determination as she inspires the next generation of cricket stars!
#WCW #GoGirls
Laura Wolvaardt Latest Laureus Sport for Good Foundation SA Ambassador
Proteas Women international Laura Wolvaardt is the latest Laureus Sport for Good Foundation SA ambassador, saying: “Honoured to be joining the Laureus Family. Look forward to a special journey together.”
#SaturdaySmile
CSA Announces New Broadcast Deal with SuperSport
Cricket South Africa announces new broadcast deal with SuperSport, which includes more coverage of the national women’s game than ever before.
#GoGirls #ProteasWomen
Proteas Women Set to Go Down Under for Multi-Format Tour in 2024
Cricket South Africa confirm an extensive tour to Australia for the #ProteasWomen, where the two teams will face off in a bilateral multi-format series from 27 January – 18 February 2024.
#GoGirls
Shabnim Ismail Announces Her Retirement from International Cricket
South Africa’s cricket superstar, Shabnim Ismail, has announced her retirement from international cricket. The #MomentumProteas cricket team will bid farewell to one of their greatest assets on the pitch. Ismail’s bowling prowess and fighting spirit will be sorely missed.
Momentum Honour Proteas Women History Makers
gsport Content Lead Celine Abrahams reflects on the Proteas Women’s Welcome Party, hosted by title sponsors, Momentum, to celebrate the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup silver medallists.
#OneMoreFan #MomentumProteas
Mignon du Preez Retires from ODI Cricket
Momentum Proteas batter Mignon du Preez has announced her retirement from One-Day International as well as Test cricket with immediate effect, in favour of concentrating on T20 cricket and spending more time with family.