Vuyo and the Bathurst Destroyers – A success story
Vuyo Sontsonga had a vision. He wanted to create a soccer club for the youngsters from Nolukhanyo. So he created the Bathurst Destroyers soccer club. But not only did he devote time and effort for his players, he also came up with a very creative way to generate some neccessary funds for the players’ soccer boots, team shirts, balls and anything else to make a soccer club successful.
As part of his club’s team training, they all participate in cleaning up Bathurst Village. Rubbish bags, that are put out for collection by the residents of Bathurst Village, often get picked through and unfortunately end up being strewn about in the bushes next to the roads. So the soccer players are now cleaning up the streets of Bathurst Village on a regular basis. Vuyo has been asking for donations for this service on a purely voluntary basis. The Bathurst residents are happy and follow Voyo’s soccer success story on whatsapp.
The Club goes from strength to strength with league games to be played and tournaments to be attended.
Vuyo cell no. 063 078 9388 for any donations to his soccer club. Aslo see Facebook page Eleven Destroyers FC.
African Traditional Games, Netball and junior Soccer
Siphokazi Mkrakra, shown here with a group of African Traditional Games (ATG) competitors, has won a provincial award for her contribution to the community, coaching ATG, netball and junior soccer. Seven members of the ATG team have been invited to participate in national competitions in Durban for 9 days in September, Heritage Month.
On their return from Durban, the ATG team will give various public performances for their sponsors. In the event that this appeal raises more than is needed for the trip, Siphokazi wants to cast a concrete slab for a proper netball court in Nolukhanyo. Contact Siphokazi on 065 913 5159.
Boxing
Malibongwe Tokwe is busy with Nolukhanyo kids training them boxing at the Emzini Lounge, basically installing discipline keeping them busy and away from the streets; He is planning to have the first competition (boxing match tournament) before the end of July in Bathurst…
Anybody who would happen to have some unused boxing equipment, or any kind of training equipment let, please let Malibongwe know, as he is doing all this training out of his own pocket, and would love to be supported. He also thanks @Chris Johnson & Brad for joining in some of the sessions,
Malibongwe also invites anyone to feel free to bring their kids, it’s free. He asks, if you believe you can add value by training or anything, come through and give a hand!!! Let’s make time for the kids and build together as 1 nation.
Ballroom Dancing
Ntomboxolo Ditana started the Bathurst ballroom & latin dance studio in 2013 and is now dancing at a local h
all. The team has 28 kids, boys and girls of 8 to 18 years. She has been getting support from her community with donations whenever they went to competitions organized by the Federation of Dance sport South Africa) where they attained good results.
The team is facing challenges regarding dance wear, leotards, shoes, track suits and music. They have been borrowing from other teams.
Ntomboxolo is reaching out to ask for essential dance wear for her aspiring dancers. Any contribution will make a significant difference as they are preparing to compete on the 20 July 2024 in OR Tambo and on the 9 & 10 August in Cape town. They are in need of transport and accommodation.
Let’s come together as a team to ensure that every kid has the opportunity to shine without limitations. Your support will make significant difference and will be greatly appreciated by all. Contact Ntomboxolo on 063-346-0225.