Authored by: Captain SA

Daveyton, Benoni — Passion, perseverance, and purpose echo loudly through the voices of young athletes like Sibusiso Bhengu and Boitumelo Makudubela, two rising stars nurtured under the Gauteng Young Vision (GYV) sports development initiative. As the organization prepares for the official launch of the BEM (Boys Empowerment and Mentorship) & GEM (Girls Empowerment and Mentorship) Township Soccer and Netball Leagues on 06 June 2025 in Emaphupheni, Etwatwa, the stories of these athletes shine a spotlight on the transformative power of grassroots sports.

#YouthDevelopment #TownshipTalent #GYVSports

From Backyard Dreams to Township Heroes

For Sibusiso Bhengu, the dream started with a ball and a burning love for the game. “Honestly speaking, I just had a passion for soccer growing up,” says the central defensive midfielder, whose confidence and control on the pitch have flourished under GYV’s mentorship. “I’ve learned a lot. They built my confidence and made the game feel easier—now I’m looking for more to push me.”

#SoccerDreams #BEMProgram #EmpowermentThroughSport

Sibusiso values his role deeply: “I play CDM—I get to control the pace of the game. I’m vocal and always scanning, organizing my teammates.” With dreams of professional training and broader exposure, he sees the partnership with GYV—particularly its media integration—as a game-changer. “This means I’ll get professional training and exposure, especially because it’s also a media company.”

#LeadershipOnTheField #TownshipSoccer #FutureStar

Inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo, he channels hard work, focus, and resilience into his daily grind. “I believe I can be of use. I’m friendly and supportive—and I play to win, treating every game like a final.”

#CristianoInspired #NeverGiveUp #BoysMentorship

Rising Through Adversity: A Netball Star in the Making

Meanwhile, Boitumelo Makudubela’s journey is a story of strength and self-determination. Introduced to netball by her mother as a path to both physical and mental wellness, Boitumelo started playing at age 11. She draws inspiration from national player Kamogelo Maseko, admiring her poise, focus, and determination on the court.

#NetballQueen #GEMInitiative #WomenInSport

Specializing as a Goal Defender (GD), Boitumelo finds joy in her ability to disrupt opposing plays. “I like making sure the opposite team doesn’t get the ball—and if they do, I make sure it doesn’t reach the pole.”

#GoalDefender #NetballSkills #StrongWomen

Despite the challenges she’s faced—like balancing her matric year while pregnant and navigating pressure from family to pursue unwanted career paths—she remains grounded. “My daughter is my motivation. I want her to be proud of me.”

#MomAthlete #Resilience #MotivationMatters

Her goals reflect maturity and ambition: short-term aims include improving accuracy, passing, and court awareness, while her long-term dreams involve reaching regional or national teams. “Never give up on your dream no matter the challenges. Even professionals started from where we are.”

#NetballGoals #DreamBig #GirlsEmpowerment

🚨 Invitation to Join the Movement 🚨

Gauteng Young Vision invites all local soccer and netball clubs, individual players, and youth talents from across Gauteng townships—starting in Daveyton, Etwatwa, and Benoni—to join this exciting sporting journey.

#JoinTheLeague #TownshipSports #GYVRecruitment

We also extend a special invitation to potential partners, sponsors, media houses, training academies, and community-driven organizations to come forward and collaborate on this powerful youth development platform.

#PartnerWithUs #SupportYouth #SportsForChange

Whether you’re a player, coach, or business, this is your opportunity to align with a movement that builds character, creates exposure, and empowers youth through structured sporting and media experiences.

#DevelopFutureStars #BEMGEM2025 #LevelUpWithGYV

📍 Event Launch Details

🗓 Date: 06 June 2025
📍 Venue: Emaphupheni, Etwatwa
🎯 Occasion: Official Launch of the Township Ladies Soccer & Netball League
🏅 Organized by: Gauteng Young Vision (BEM & GEM Sporting Activities)

💼 Companies Confirmed for the Launch Include:

• SABHIBHA
• UKHOZI FM
• DAVEYTON TV
• E-CAST
• SA RAINBOW NEWS
• CCBSA (Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa)
• TOWNSHIP TUCK SHOPS NETWORK
• VULINDLELA NEWSPAPER
• …and many more local and national partners

#CommunitySupport #MediaInvolvement #GYVPartnerships

📞 Contact Us to Register or Partner:
📱 +27 81 375 3498
📧 info@sarainbownews.co.za
🌐 www.sarainbownews.co.za

#GYV2025Launch #EtwatwaSports #BuildTheFutureToday