Cape Dreams

25/10/2024

STORMIN NORMAN...
Jet-setting Advocate Norman Arendse SC celebrates his birthday today. Rather sensibly, he's opted for a rest and relaxation break in the majestic Cederberg region. Being an avid outdoor and nature lover, this will be right up his street.

Since the beginning of the year when he was on duty at AFCON in the Ivory Coast, various sporting organisations have called on Norman's services, prompting further travels worldwide. One such call allowed him to visit the ancient masonry structures in Egypt, the pyramids.

He's also juggled his love for sport and attended several international events in South Africa and Europe.

This collage also includes a photo of Norman's UCT graduation in 1978, when he attained a law degree. He's pictured alongside his late proud parents.

11/10/2024

Referee Abongile is no Tom, Dick, & Harry,,,

Controversy reigns as Orlando Pirates celebrate a historic victory in the MTN8 final. Abongile Tom's refereeing sparks calls for VAR, while Stellenbosch FC’s resilience shines through. Discover the key moments from a tumultuous match that left fans divided.

10/10/2024

Referee Abongile's tom foolery knows no bounds

Abongile Tom’s ‘diabolical’ refereeing made a mockery of Saturday’s MTN8 final between Orlando Pirates and Stellenbosch at the Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban.

04/10/2024

Why Stellies will lift the MTN8 Cup!

Their familiarity with Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium may work in Stellenbosch FC’s favour when they face Orlando Pirates in the MTN8 final on Saturday.

29/09/2024

https://www.iol.co.za/weekend-argus/sport/stellies-a-rising-force-in-sa-football-9b9bc2f2-4c85-44d0-9090-53fa697145ca

Stellenbosch FC have become a rising force in South African football. In showcasing their talent and determination in the continental and domestic arenas, they have reached the CAF Confed Cup group stages and the MTN8 final after back-to-back wins over Mamelodi Sundowns, the undisputed kings of SA f...

22/09/2024

10-man Stellenbosch were out of this world, playing in one of the great African stadiums, the 80,000-seater Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa...
Monday's papers:

With so much at stake, Stellenbosch FC held on during six minutes of stoppage time to qualify for the group stages of the CAF Confederation Cup for the first time in the DRC on Sunday.

12/09/2024

What is really happening to Newlands Rugby...

With details of an alleged sale being kept under wraps, it is still unclear what will become of the historic Newlands Rugby Stadium.

11/09/2024

Another betting company joins the football sponsorship fray...

The partnership ensures that SportyBet becomes La Liga’s official betting partner across Africa.

07/09/2024

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has been nominated for the 2024 Ballon d'Or awards

Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana captain Ronwen Williams has become the first African goalkeeper to be nominated for the Ballon d’Or award while playing for a club on the Mother Continent.

07/09/2024

Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Ronwen Williams has been nominated for 2024 Ballon d'Or awards
https://www.iol.co.za/the-star/sport/williams-in-line-for-world-stardom-after-ballon-dor-nomination-dc43e636-8114-46f6-b251-7afc378319b3 #:~:text=Ronwen%20Williams%20has%20written%20his,prestigious%20Ballon%20d'Or%20award.

03/09/2024

KICK-ABOUT WITH BENNI
Thanks to Shawn Bester (former Hellenic striker) for drawing my attention to a picture of Herschelle. It turns out Richard McGuire of Kick-Off Soccer magazine arranged a soccer shoot of Herschelle and Benni at the Green Point Stadium. I don't recall the event but it must have been in 1990 when I spent some time working in England.

01/09/2024

So sad that so many rotten apples - mostly politically connected, have run SA Boxing into the ground

The Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture has called for a forensic investigation into the affairs of Boxing South Africa (BSA). The Minister of Sports Gayton McKenzie has committed to revert to the Portfolio Committee in 21 days with a detailed action plan to resolve challenges at BSA.