Craig’s game blossomed in the spring South African-born centre, David Craig has taken a gigantic leap in his playing career by committing himself to NCAA Division I University team, Mercer Bears in the United States. While the ink has dried on the letter of intent Craig signed two weeks ago to join Georgia-based Bears, he […]
Beira learnt lessons from loss to Tigers Basketball runs deep in Jermel Kennedy’s family. The influence of his kin is one of the main reasons he plays the game. Community also played its part in providing the fertile ground for the Canada-born player to grow, spread his wings and further his ambition in the sport. […]
Beira’s ambition intrigued Perry For most basketball players who ply their trade in overseas leagues, signing long-term contracts is a rarity. In most cases bouncing from one country to another is the norm for most ballers. While the scenario could be unsettling for some players, others choose to embrace the challenge. The latter applies to […]
Tigers fine-tuning in key areas for Elite 16 Exiting the OR Tambo international airport, one of the most noticeable features at this national asset is a billboard of the legendary point guard and Cape Town Tigers assistant coach, Vincent Ntunja. Throughout his playing career, Gugulethu-born Ntunja has also dabbled in modelling and promoting brands. He […]
Sithole has exceeded his expectations on the court The age of 26 is the middle of an athlete’s prime years. It’s where they develop a level of maturity in their craft and begin their pursuit for greatness or greener pastures. Well, this is not the case for South African basketball player Thabo Sithole. The KwaZulu-Natal-born […]
BAL a chance for players to become super stars For Cape Town Tigers big man Pieter Prinsloo, South Africa is where his heart has always been. His allegiance and patriotism run deep, skin deep. Embellished on the Tigers captain’s right arm are tattoos of the national flag and the big five (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant […]
Award winning season for Koranga Felmas Koranga does not mince her words when she says basketball was not her preferred choice of sport. To her, participating in basketball and other sporting codes were a form of escape and having fun. “I tried different sports to figure where I fit in best. Note, this was for […]
Cape Verde to put on a show for their fans Playing on the big stage in sport can open new doors for competing athletes. Cape Verde point guard Alexia Barros harbours the hope that a good performance at the women’s AfroBasket will be the key to unlocking new opportunities for herself. The 26-year-old hopes playing […]
