‘Achieving Gender Parity Requires a Conscious Effort’ – Lindelwa Khanyile
University student Lindelwa Khanyile is a Wits Football Photographer and she is navigating the male-dominant Sport Photography industry while pursuing her studies in BA Media and Politics. She hopes to one day inspire young girls to chase their dreams.
Oyinlomo Quadre: “We Are Breaking Free From Social and Cultural Norms”
Nigerian tennis player Oyinlomo Quadre says women’s sport is on the rise because women are breaking free from the social and cultural norms and are beginning to believe in themselves more, but believes there is more to be done.
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#ChooseDay: Advice to Student Athletes
Former student athletes share their advice on how to balance your sporting journey and manage to keep up with your studies along the way.
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#StarOnTheRise: Fitness Guru Rita Xam
University of Fort Hare student and fitness guru, Rita Xam, is a multi-talented young star with a bright future in the sport industry. In this interview with gsport, she shares vital fitness tips to keep us on track this year.
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Sinenjabulo Gogwana Makes USSA Cricket History
Rhodes University 1st Team player, Sinenjabulo Gogwana, has become the first woman to play in the USSA Cricket men’s tournament, after making her debut against the University of Fort Hare, taking 1/22 in six overs. #GoGirls
Legendary Rocco Meiring Developing Future SA Swimming Stars
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
February Yields Bumper #GAL2021 Newsmakers List
More is being done to raise the profile of women’s sport than ever before it reflects in another bumper monthly edition of #GAL2021 Newsmakers as we unveil February’s List!
Yané van der Merwe Focusses on Paralympic Participation
Talented student athlete, Yané van der Merwe, shifts focus from javelin to shotput as she eyes an opportunity to represent SA at the Tokyo Paralympics. She chats about her passion for sport and drawing inspiration from wheelchair tennis champion, Kgothatso Montjane.
SA Chess Champ Eyes 2021 World Olympiad in Russia
Nelson Mandela University student, Charlize van Zyl aims to make her mark on the international chess scene. She is currently gearing up for next year’s World Chess Olympiad.
Nthabiseng Ngutshane Calls for More Schools to Introduce Girls Rugby
As we journey to better understand the importance of grassroots sport in society, gsport Member, Thando Sibiya, interviews Leadhome Pirates Women’s Rugby team’s touch rugby player, Nthabiseng Ngutshane, about her early sporting development and flying the South African flag in Dubai at the Rugby Seven’s International Invitational Women’s Tournament.
Tiffany Keep Keen to Build on Double African Success
Double All Africa Games gold medallist, Tiffany Keep, is eager to build on her early success, as she aims to become South Africa’s next best cyclist. She chats to Celine Abrahams about her passion for cycling and mountain biking and her dream to take part in the Olympics.
Edith Molikoe Targets Olympic Participation
Rising hockey player Edith Molikoe is keeping a positive outlook on life, as she pursues her goal of representing South Africa at the Olympic Games in Tokyo next year. The young athlete chats to Celine Abrahams about her journey and future aspirations.