Women’s football stars shine at the Hollywoodbets Super League Awards:
The third season of the Hollywoodbets Super League has proven to be amazing as it continues to build on the foundations that have been laid in previous years.
This season stands as a testament to the league’s exceptional quality, evident in an evening dedicated to honouring the outstanding South African female footballers who showcased extraordinary dedication and talent throughout the season. With viewers across the country tuning in, the best of South Africa’s women’s football was broadcasted during the prime-time slot on SABC 1, captivating millions of viewers nationwide.
Heartfelt congratulations are in order for this season’s remarkable achievers:
• Young Player of the Season – Mmabatho Mogale (TUKS)
• Goalkeeper of the Season – Kaylin Swart (JVW)
• Player of the Season – Boitumelo Rabale (Sundowns)
• Coach of the Season – Thinasonke Mbuli (UWC)
• Top Goalscorer – Sphumelele Shamase (UJ)
• Referee of the Season – Hloniphile Msezane
• Assistant Referee of the Season – Amogelang Msiza
• Fan Player of the Season – Chuene Morifi (Sundowns)
• Administrator of the Season – Boitumelo Lekalakala – University of Pretoria (TUKS)
These outstanding individuals were honoured during a glamorous ceremony held at the Vodacom Dome, Midrand. The awards serve as the culminating celebration for a phenomenal year in women’s football, highlighted by Sundowns Ladies securing their third consecutive Hollywoodbets Super League title. The reigning champions will celebrate their achievement with a new trophy that symbolises the achievements and progress women’s football has made over the years.
This incredible season also witnessed the team’s triumph in the CAF Women’s Champions League, marking the second victory in three years for the Pretoria-based side in this prestigious continental competition.
SAFA President, Dr Danny Jordaan congratulated all the winners, saying our sponsor Hollywoodbets deserve a special mention. “It has been a fantastic year for women’s football in general and our valued sponsors Hollywoodbets played a leading role in what women’s football achieved this year. As we head towards the Festive Season, let us take care of ourselves, go and rest in preparation for the new year. Merry Christmas and wishing you a prosperous 2024.”
Hollywoodbets Senior Sponsorship Coordinator, Indira Albequerque, said, “The consistent display of excellence within the Hollywoodbets Super League is a testament to the bright future of women’s football in our country. Hollywoodbets is a proudly South African business and we take great pride in playing a pivotal in this journey. Inspiring young girls to pursue football, fostering the development of future stars, and propelling South Africa toward global recognition as a powerhouse in women’s football. The remarkable performance of Banyana Banyana at this year’s World Cup, demonstrates the immense potential inherent in our nation. Sundowns Ladies’ impressive achievement of clinching the CAF Women’s Champions League title for the second time in three years shows how a strong platform can lead to great achievement.”
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