‘General Jama’ eyeing maidan success with Magic Ladies; eager to return to Europe as she has ‘unfinished business’
It is very rare that one gets caught on the backfoot when conducting an interview – especially one via whatsapp. However, one does occasionally encounter these odd situations where one has to ‘surrender’ the upper hand and just go with the flow – and not take things too personal – like with my recent interview […]
Roy-Keane in limbo after Palace blocks striker’s move to Vasco
Crystal Palace FC striker Roy-Keane Avontuur (pictured) is cut a frustrated figure after his expected move to rivals Vasco da Gama, has been blocked. No Bones with Jones was shown the whatsapp message whereby Palace confirms the news that Avontuur is not moving to Vasco or anywhere else. This despite Avontuur’s father also trying to resolve the issue but […]
Bayhill boss clarifies confusion with the registration cards for the Playoffs
Rayaan Alie, tournament director of the Bayhill Premier Cup, has set the record straight regarding the registration cards used for the qualifying campaign of the under-19 Easter tournament. This comes after much confusion and uncertainty regarding the validity of the registration cards used by some clubs. According to Alie the 2024 playing cards are still […]
Former Vasco captain Gertse to bolster Brasse vannie Park defence
Former Vasco da Gama captain Nathan Gertse will in the coming days be able to resurrect his career when he returns to ABC Motsepe League rivals Hanover Park FC. No Bones with Jones has reliably learnt that Brasse Vannie Park are in the process of acquiring the services of the 33-year-old experienced defender. Gertse requested his clearance from […]
‘Jess’ hot property as African champs leading pack for her signature
Badgers FC shot stopper Jessica Williams (pictured) is hot property these days! It seems that the trials and tribulations of the 24-year-old national goalie is something of the past and she can now finally live up to her full potential. Williams’ recent call-up to coach Desiree Ellis’ Banyana Banyana squad is testament thereof. No Bones […]
Veteran Sass is still in high demand as clubs queuing-up for his services
At 40 years, five months and a couple of days, Ashley Sass (pictured) is still in demand as ever. This comes after Durbanville FC’s Head of Football Graham Purdy made no secret about the fact that he’ll have the tricky winger with his distinct Rasta Fari-dreadlock hairdo, back in a “heartbeat.” The only drawback is that Purdy, […]
Don’t write us off yet, says Palace skipper Clayton
Even though there are no expectations or pressure on Crystal Palace to win their stream (A) in their debut season in the ABC Motsepe League campaign, nothing will deter them from giving log leaders Zizwe United a run for their money. So says their veteran captain, Clayton Daniels (pictured), following an impressive showing from the […]
“Daylight Robbery” of match officials in lower league leaves coaches fuming
The level of officiating in especially the lower tiers of SA football, has left coaches fuming – labelling performances as “blatant robbery”. It is especially clubs competing in Safa Western Cape’s ABC Motsepe League, as well as the Hollywoodbets Third Division leagues, who feel that match officials are derailing their objectives and aspirations – and […]
No bad blood between Hanover Park boss Warnie and coach Roger as duo part ways
For the record, there is no bad blood between Hanover Park FC chairman Riedewaan Anthony (pictured) and his former coach Roger Fortune. This revelation comes from the Hanover Park FC soccer boss himself after he confirmed to No Bones with Jones that they have “amicably” parted ways recently after a short ‘fling’ of three months. “He is a […]
Underdogs Manenberg Sporting Academy on mission to break generational Bayhill curse, says coach Mannoe
While some big guns and Academy teams have unexpectedly succumbed to the pressures of the grueling Bayhill Premier Cup playoff campaign, underdogs like the Manenberg Sporting Academy have caught the eye and held their own with great aplomb thus far. So much so that they have progressed to the final Round Robin stage of the […]