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September 22, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

Rakhudu sets the basketball wheels in motion

“It tells me I am on the right track and there is so much more to be done” DARK grey clouds have for decades engulfed...

Thandiwe Nqanda
September 3, 2020 — By Thandiwe Nqanda

Starting a basketball revolution for the next generation

I learnt that it is easier to work hard when you are passionate about something   MY journey in basketball began with my mom advising...

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September 1, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

Ayodele adds the right ingredients to his skills-set

“I would like to be remembered for my high-flying athleticism and defensive intensity” KOLA Ayodele from the Vaal University of Technology talks to The Big...

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August 27, 2020 — By Mapitso Makena

Mapitso Makena: It was time to give back

“We were making a difference and it felt good” MY basketball journey started before I could even walk. I learnt to walk dribbling the ball...

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August 18, 2020 — By Lauren Fredericks

Basketball allows me to express myself authentically

“Basketball has a special place in my heart, but it has its challenges” I joined basketball at Westerford High School in 2010 where I was...

Fortunat Bagula
August 13, 2020 — By Fortunat Bagula

Basketball pushing Bagula beyond her limits

“You can never cheat the game of basketball” I remember my first netball practice in primary school, I was in grade one at the time....

Force for change
August 11, 2020 — By Neville Chivhanganye

What Zimbabwe needs is what Africa needs

“The ideal Zimbabwe is one where all human rights are honoured and respected” AS an athlete, you need a delicate balance of economic, social, spiritual...

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August 6, 2020 — By Ipeleng Nyatlo

Making the right moves on and off the court

“Little did I know I was about to begin a beautiful journey” FROM a young age, I was profoundly aware that who a person chooses...

August 4, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

VUT scholarship a win for Eswatini and Lubasi

Playing in the BAL would be an amazing feat for Lubasi VAAL University of Technology player Richard Lubasi talks to The Big Tip Off about...

July 28, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

Sibanyoni: I will always love and appreciate my teammates

Basketball went from unusual to an awesome experience for Sibanyoni NKOSINATHI Sibanyoni of the Jozi Nuggets and former Mpumalanga Rhinos player opens up to  The...

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July 21, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

Gumede: I love rugby more than basketball…

Gumede inching his way to the mountain top EGOLI Magic and Jozi Nuggets player Kwazi Gumede talks to The Big Tip Off about his basketball...

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July 10, 2020 — By Manyehlisa Lehohla

Sithole’s tweet to Mthethwa makes the right noise

Basketball being used for short-sighted political gain should be a thing of the past ALL hands-on deck! That is the requirement needed for South African...

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