Sport

The Federation Professional League played a pivotal role in South African soccer history during the Apartheid era. by FEROZ SHAIK THE South African Federation Legends National Committee, an esteemed body composed of former players, officials and supporters of the South African Soccer Federation Professional League (SASFPL), was...

While his achievements as an academic stand tall, Brian O’Connell also carved a niche for himself as a highly talented all-round sportsperson. by MOGAMAD ALLIE Most of the richly deserved and warm tributes paid to the late Professor Brian O’Connell have, rightly so, centred on his academic...

Three young karatekas from Kensington are gearing up to compete on the global stage this September as they head to Austria for the 7th World Goju Ryu Federation Championships. FEROZ SHAIK Hanaah Sheik (14), Rania Gamieldien (18), and Miengha Hendricks (18) earned their spots on the South...

The Cape Town Sport Council held their awards at the President's suite at Newlands on Saturday, August 3, 2024. FEROZ SHAIK THE awards recognise the achievements of former athletes, administrators and support staff as legends, lifetime achievers and pay homage to the roll of honour recipients. Those...

The saying ‘sport is in the genes’ perfectly describes Sharon Siljeur (née Alexander). FEROZ SHAIK THE saying ‘sport is in the genes’ perfectly describes Sharon Siljeur (née Alexander). One of eight siblings, Siljeur shone as an athlete in the 70’s, excelled in hockey during the 80’s, and...

We have the right to ponder why the action against Russia was undertaken with such haste whilst the International Olympic Committee are reluctant to act upon the anti-Palestinian entity, aka Israel. by HASSEN LORGAT ON Friday, July 26, the world will witness the participation of the state...

Lajee Celtic was invited to participate in various sporting, educational and cultural activities across South Africa. By SABEELA HENDRICKS THE Palestinian football club, ‘Lajee Celtic,’ stands as a beacon of hope and form of inspiration for all young people chasing big dreams. The club’s dual name consists...

A blistering winger who shone among the elites. By FEROZ SHAIK NICKNAMED ‘Yataghan’ after a famous racehorse, James George was a blistering winger who became famous with Cape Town Spurs and Berea. George’s journey from the humble streets of Woodstock to the grand stadiums of Cape Town...

  Rylands Cricket Club, based at the AW Mukuddem based in Hazel Road, Rylands appoints a new head coach. by FEROZ SHAIK Rylands Cricket Club have appointed Mujahid Behardien as their new head. ‘I'm excited to be joining the leadership team at Rylands cricket club. The transition...

Amidst the glorious sporting heights achieved by Fagmie Solomons, there lies the sombre truth – a tale of unrealised potential lost to the cruel grasp of apartheid. by FEROZ SHAIK IN the heart of Bo-Kaap, where the cobblestone streets carry the echoes of generations past, there resides...