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Moletsane: I Don't Take It For Granted

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By Malose Wa Ga Lamola   Katlego Moletsane, a goalkeeper at the University of Fort Hare, tells ShakingInk that being named one of the top goalkeepers in the Hollywoodbets Super League is motivation enough to roll up her sleeves and get to work.  Moletsane has been nominated in the best goalkeeper of the season category, alongside Banyana Banyana teammates Kaylin Swart of JVW Girls Football and Dineo Magagula of TS Galaxy Queens. Moletsane won the Hollywoodbets Super League Goalkeeper of the Season title for the 2021/2022 season. Moletsane, often known as 'China,' says being nominated against Swart and Magagula demonstrates how hard she has worked to improve her game. "It is always a pleasure to be nominated, and I do not take it for granted, especially given the level of goalkeepers in this nation. Having previously won it, this nomination seems as important since it demonstrates consistency and hard effort throughout the seasons. I'm very pleased of them,...

Sukazi: We Belong Amongst The Top Contenders

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By Malose Wa Ga Lamola Duduzile Sukazi, the chairlady of TS Galaxy Queens, claims that the team strengthened its roster in preparation for the 2025 Hollywoodbets Super League season in order to take against Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies, the reigning league champions.  "I'm extremely proud of the team. Competing so closely with a side like Sundowns Ladies shows how far TS Galaxy Queens have come in a short space of time. The consistency, discipline, and fighting spirit the players have shown throughout the season has been remarkable. While we always aim higher, this campaign has proven that we belong among the top contenders in women’s football, and it has laid a very strong foundation for what we are building going forward." Said Sukazi To make sure they are prepared to pose a significant challenge to the Brazilians' dominance, The Rockets made high-profile acquisitions. Sukazi maintains that the club's goal to be competitive until the season's last ga...

Makhaye: It Should Have Happened Sooner

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By Malose Wa Ga Lamola   Former Durban Ladies mentor, Siphephelo Makhaye, speaking to the SABC in a Hollywoodbets Super League post match interview.  After five years, Siphephelo Makhaye, the former Durban City Ladies side mentor, departed the team.  After finishing second from the bottom in the Hollywoodbets Super League, they were demoted to the second division. Makhaye claims that he won't lose interest in the beautiful game after partying ways with the Sasol league outfit.  "I believe it should have happened a little sooner, but it took some time due to my passion for the team and the players. I will always be appreciative of the club for the chance and the platform they provided. Sadly, this is how it ended. I allowed myself five years to work on this project to see where the team and I could go, but sadly, it ended this way, so I felt like it crumbled in the end. I have no regrets since I know I gave it everything I had. The football gods picked us ...

Wade: I've Always Wanted To Play In Europe

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By Malose Wa Ga Lamola Jessica Wade in action for JvW in the Hollywoodbets Super League.    Jessica Wade has been omnipresent at JvW Girls Football, all the way up to the first team from the development structures. Her ascent to fame is akin to drafting a television storyline.  Read : I'll Play WAFCON Former Blue Diamonds star walks ShakingInk through her time with the Bedfordview-based team. "I can't even begin to describe my experience at JvW Girls Football. From the boys' squad, I joined JvW Girls. Janine has created an amazing atmosphere. I had a wonderful twelve years at the club and am incredibly appreciative of the chance I was given. I developed both personally and as a football player." Said Wade. Wade has since signed a lucrative two-year contract with Aland United, a Finnish team.  She says, when she arrives in Finland to begin her new trip and chapter with Aland United, she will now put her skills to the test outside of JvW Girls Football....