Bazuka questions Safa Overberg’s rationale on Motsepe representative after Salim United promoted
There seem to be growing fears that the new proposed ABC Motsepe League structures and additions are brought about not solely for an “all inclusive” Second Division as proclaimed, but rather to promote the “interest of certain clubs and individuals.” This is the view of the Gansbaai-based team Bazuka United, who play their football in […]
Safa CT extends Weitz’s suspension for 30 days following annual congress
The ‘mystery’ regarding the battle between Safa Cape and its treasurer Wayne Weitz, lingers on… No Bones with Jones can confirm that Weitz’s suspension has now been extended for another 30 days to allow the region more time to scrutinize and assess the financial statements and accounts. This is arguably the biggest news that emerged from […]
Build-it Cape Gate taking soccer and netball festival to next level
With a full year of planning and strategizing behind them, Build-it Cape Gate is sure to take the annual Under13 Build-it Schools soccer and netball tournament to the next level. The store held its first tournament post-Covid at the Aristea Primary School in Kraaifontein last year, while Bernadino Height in Brackenfell will play host to the […]
Modipa sets record straight regarding ‘outsanding’ Motsepe League travel subsidies
No Bones with Jones has been inundated with requests to what happened to travel subsidies that clubs in the Second Division were awaiting from the sponsor The Motsepe Foundation. It is believed that each club would have received an amount of R15 000 a month to help alleviate the heavy financial travelling costs just to honour fixtures. […]
The jury is out….Modipa reveal the new format and structures for Motsepe League
The jury is out and Safa National has spoken! The ABC Motsepe League will be extended to 24 teams – split into two streams – as that is what Safa National approved, explained Safa Western Cape Chairman Tankiso Modipa (pictured) following the Provincial Executive Committe’s meeting about the Second Division’s new format and structures on […]
CCK eager to leave a legacy after acquiring Electric City’s Third Division status in Cape Winelands
Chumani Kobeni, (pictured far right) owner and Chairman of CCK Legacy, has acquired the Hollywoodbets Third Division status of Electric City United from the Cape Winelands region. No Bones with Jones can confirm that CCK will in the coming days make the official announcement as Kobeni is just waiting for the “lawyers to finalise the […]
‘Pietie Saprano’ aiming high with European coach to assist ‘Zizou’
Shaun Pietersen, newly appointed executive chairman of Pretoria Callies, has played his hand and it seems as though he means business in this season’s Motsepe Foundation Championship First Division. No Bones with Jones can now confirm that Pietersen has roped in a top European coach in the Italian Fabio Lopez to help achieve his ambitions with […]
August back at Palace after purchase of ABC Motsepe League franchise
Bradley August (pictured) is back at Crystal Palace to take charge of their new ABC Motsepe League side for the 2024/’25 season. August confirmed the news to our website adding that they are excited and hoping it will attract more people to Manenberg who now has two sides in the Hollywoodbets Third Division and the Second […]
Bayview’s Rodrigues creates channel for Plain talent with purchase of Black Birds Third Division status
There shouldn’t be any issue with regard to Bayview FC’s purchase of Black Birds Academy’s Hollywoodbets Third Division status. This is the expectation of the club’s owner and Chairman Mark Rodriques (pictured) following his plans to take over the status of Black Birds’ senior side. “The matter is currently with the region of Safa Cape Town […]
Time running out for authorities to pave way for inclusive format for all in football
Whatever the powers that be decide on the proposed formats and structures of the respective ABC Motsepe League and the Hollywoodbets Third Division, it better materialize sooner rather than later. The reason being, the season is approaching fast and the bulk of the clubs have already regrouped for the pre-season and are eager to map out […]