Vasco’s Pequeno ‘eyeing’ Silver Spurs’ goal poacher Rushan with title looming
Whether you are a fan of Vasco da Gama’s head coach, Andrew Pequeno – or not! One cannot shy away from the fact that this successful coach has created a well organised and well-oiled Vasco machine that is slowly but surely on their way to the Hollywoodbets Third Division title. This was again proven when […]
Jay hopes Bayhill’s new ‘prolific trio’ will bring more joy than the Easter bunny
If you thought that the host of the Bayhill Premier Cup, Bayhill United, was a handful last year at the tournament, then their rivals are in for a bigger surprise. So says their passionate and committed coach Jay Visagie who is seeking back-to-back success in his fourth year with the tournament host. Visagie, who has had his […]
Coach Brian helps SSS Academy to reach ‘The Bayhill Dream’
The SSS Football Academy’s dream has finally been realised – albeit a bit fortuitous and in by the back door. This club from the Athlone LFA will also be amongst the crème de la creme when the prestigious Bayhill Cup kicks off on 27 March at the Erica Park Sports Complex in Belhar. The final […]
‘Beach Boy’ Salie enjoying “skop, skiet en donner” Third Division
Despite nursing an injury, Camps Bay FC’s experienced shot-stopper, Tawfeeq Salie, says he is back to his best and enjoying his football again – albeit in the lower Hollywoodbets Third Division. The former under-20 national goalkeeper was roped in by the Third Division newcomer this season to add more experience and stability to their defensive […]
Bailey sings new (acting) General Secretary Reyaad Joseph’s praises
Safa Cape Town president Bennett Bailey emphasized that he is more than confident in the ability of the new (acting) General Secretary, Reyaad Joseph (pictured). The region confirmed Joseph’s appointment two weeks ago after it had operated without a General Secretary for close to two years following the passing of Elton Lotriet. The circular further […]
Mind games: Saxon’s Zarrie in a hurry to crown Vasco as champs
Whether it’s mind games, reverse psychology or just genuine sentiments…Saxon Rovers head coach Zahir Arendse maintains that Vasco da Gama are still favourites to win the Hollywoodbets Third Division title. This, despite the fact that his second-placed outfit, who have played a game more – closed the gap on the log leaders to three points […]
Chadwin’s young Green Machine ready to paint the Bayhill “Green and Yellow”
How’s this for a scenario… three years ago Greenwood Athletic qualified for the prestigious Bayhill Premier Cup by virtue of a default and ended up winning the Loser’s Section at the Easter tournament for the first time in the club’s history. Last year head coach Warren Lotters assisted by his younger brother Chadwin managed to […]
FN Rangers look weak and are there for the taking, says fiery Faro
No opposition or rival member is closer to FN Rangers than Hanover Parks FC’s co-coach Mark Faro. Perhaps Pikkie, as Faro is better known, will raise a few eyebrows after his assessment of the ABC Motsepe League favourites in Stream A following their 0-0 draw at the Royal Road over the weekend. Needless to say, the […]
Poen is a living legend of The Bayhill – and is still going strong after 35 years
From the very first Bayhill Cup final held at the Rocklands Sports Complex in Mitchells Plain in 1989 – won by Matroosfontein – to the recent spectacle at the Athlone Stadium where Grassy Park beat the more fancied Cape Town Spurs… One particular individual – Thomas Carolus, better known as Poen – has seen it all. […]
Purple patch a wake-up call for Maties, crows Dessie
While eight of the allotted nine teams in Stream A of the ABC Motsepe League campaign are basically playing for second spot and less due to FN Rangers’ dominating and unstoppable performances, the battle for the top spot in Stream B is too close to call. This comes after the log leader, Maties FC, suffered […]