SuperSport Schools Podcast: Recent Episodes
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The SuperSport Schools Podcast tells stories of youth and school sport brought to you by Spur. SuperSport Schools exists to grow school sports and get more sports stars to shine - across the African continent - by broadcasting the full South African sports story – from the beginning! This podcast is hosted by Alex White and regular guest host Tim Muthama. Together they discover the emotions, passions, drama, and skills of our young sporting stars that make South Africa one of the most sporting-mad countries on Earth. Throw in our very own quiz and this is the discussion on school sports you can't miss. SuperSport Schools, bringing you the sport you care about the most.
Alex, Spoed, and Kooks discuss all things Paarl Interschools and find out how NGI is doing uni differently. Podcast Website
Alex delves into the archives to revisit the moment Markus Muller and Josh Neill’s friendship was put to the test, while the Junior Boks share their predictions for how the Nations Championship will end.
Featuring: Joshua Neill, Markus Muller, Kebotile Maake, Risima Khosa, and Jack Benade. Podcast Website
Clinical Psychologist with a special interest in Sport, Johan le Roux, joins Alex to discuss the importance of mental health in school sport and what practical things can be done to help student athletes cope and thrive. Podcast Website
To celebrate Youth Month, Alex looks back on some of the most interesting and memorable pod interviews with South Africa's future stars. Podcast Website
Butterfly are leaving their mark on the country’s youngest Rising Stars. Alex finds out how. Podcast Website
The incredible story of some Rondebosch high-schoolers who conquered one of the Cape’s toughest endurance challenges. Podcast Website
Alex and Spoed unpack the magic of the ABSA Wildeklawer tournament from Kimberley. Boys from Jeppe take on the Quiz with a Taste for Life. Podcast Website
Alex and Olwethu hear why influencer Paki Lawu is planning on running from Joburg to Cape Town. Boys from St Stithians take on the Quiz with a Taste for Life. Podcast Website
Alex and Tshaami continue their SA20 deep dive, this time speaking to scorers and umpires about how they built their careers behind the scenes in professional cricket. Podcast Website
Alex and Tshaami go behind the scenes of the SA20, chatting to venue managers, photographers, and commentators about their journeys into the game. Waterkloof takes on the Quiz. Podcast Website
USN’s nutrition consultant Hennie Liebenberg joins the show to debunk common supplement myths and share safe, effective strategies for smarter supplement use. Podcast Website
Alex puts Tshaami, Olwethu, and Coach Kooks to the test with the quiz about school sport things that happened in May. Podcast Website
Alex and Tim are back for another week of the More or Less game. And, the pair discuss the early contenders for the Class of 2025. Podcast Website
Alex and Tim sit down to look back at some of their favourite moments from two years of the SuperSport Schools Podcast. Podcast Website
What does it take to go unbeaten for 90 rugby matches? What does it take to win 9 Boat Races in a row? In this episode Alex seeks to answer the question, “how do some schools master the art of the streak”? Podcast Website
The Schools SA20 is nearing Phase 2. Alex and Tshaami discuss the tournament and are joined by Stephen Cook who explains the format and the exciting future for the tournament. Podcast Website
Alex and Tim are joined by SA Tennis’ Gavin Crookes and David Jaquire to discuss the future of the game and what it takes to reach a Grand Slam. Podcast Website
He’s on a mission to become the biggest sports content creator in SA. Robbie Gillett joins Alex to reflect on his journey, how he started the Stormers’ Student Stand, and his exciting new involvement in SuperSport Schools. Podcast Website
Class of 2023 inductee, Zalika Methula, joins Alex to discuss how she continues to reach new heights in the sport of diving. The St Mary’s learner also takes on the Quiz. Podcast Website
SuperSport Schools is giving opportunities to the next generation of sports broadcasters. Alex is joined by Itumeleng Banda to discuss her school sports broadcasting journey and to hear what advice she has for aspiring presenters. Podcast Website
Wynberg’s Leighton Mouton, whose viral chant has been viewed over 100 million times, joins Alex and Tim to discuss the inspiration behind the clip. He also rates war cry clips from schools across the country. Podcast Website
Alex is joined by Safe Sport expert Mathilde Grenet, founder of En Garde, to discuss overcoming abuse in school sports in South Africa. Mathilde explains the hidden struggle many school athletes face and how the principles of “safeguarding” can help. Podcast Website
Alex interviews SuperSport Schools CEO, Kelvin Watt, who provides an insightful update on the platform, highlights some of the most compelling stories that have emerged this year, and shares his excitement for the future. Podcast Website
To end our Women’s Month specials on a high, we are telling one of our own stories. Alex is in KZN to chat to Uraisha Haswell, the team manager of SuperSport Schools’ first all-female production crew. Podcast Website
A new generation of South African gymnasts is being born. In this episode, Alex chats to Shanté Koti, an inspirational young gymnast from Parktown Girls on her journey in women’s artistic gymnastics and what she hopes to achieve from her career. Podcast Website
Middelburg HS is changing the narrative around girls' cricket in South Africa. Alex is joined by Head Coach, Alti Nel, to find out how the school has developed a thriving girls' cricket program and how other schools can follow suit. Podcast Website
The world’s most capped women's test match rugby referee, Aimee Barrett-Theron, joins the show to kick-off Women’s Month. Discover how she overcame all odds to officiate the game at the highest level, and how she is still involved in and passionate about the grassroots game. Podcast Website
The Olympics is just around the corner. Beaulieu College's Paris-Gail Isaacs is representing SA in the national women's hockey team. Discover how she made the leap from school to country and how she is preparing for the Games in Paris.
Catch new episodes of the SuperSport Schools Podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website
She is an U18 record holder, she was in the Class of 2023, and she is only 16 years old. Discover the inspiring story of SA's exciting young hurdler, Tumi Ramokgopa.
Catch new episodes of the podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website
Xhanti "Mr Scrumptious" Pakamile from Selborne and Qhayiya "Massive" Tokota from Dale have been making their mark on rugby as voices of the future. Alex unpacks their stories and hears what their plans are for the future before a special Selborne-Dale Derby Quiz.
Catch new episodes of the SuperSport Schools podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website
Over the past 6 months Rea Phume has represented 4 national hockey teams, an unprecedented feat. We uncover the extraordinary journey of this young sensation, as she navigates matric, captaining her First XI, and national responsibilities. Podcast Website
The first SA cricket team in a World Cup Final. The first SA football time in a World Cup knock-out. Women's sport is booming. And on SuperSport Schools the action has been non-stop. Operations Manager, Bridget Kee, talks to Alex about this exciting new sporting chapter.
The SuperSport Schools Podcast airs new episodes every Sunday at 6pm. Watch them live on DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website
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Alex and Tim are joined by SA National Women's Hockey player Taheera Augousti and U18 National Squad Manager Pearl Mashego. The panel unpacks the state of school hockey and discusses pathways to success. Podcast Website
The SuperSport Schools podcast airs every Sunday at 6pm on DSTV Channel 216.
Alex is on location at the 2024 Absa Wildeklawer Tournament. He is joined by players from the UK and NZ to discuss the thrill and challenges of facing off against top South African rugby teams. Discover what makes these matches uniquely demanding, competitive, and ultimately very special. Podcast Website
"This is it South Africa. This is it." Matthew Pearce joins the show to discuss the state of school rugby and the art of commentary. As one of the most recognisable voices in the game, Matt brings a wealth of insights to inspire the next generation. Podcast Website
Catch new episodes of the podcast, now every Sunday at 6pm.
South Africa is riding the wave of an eSports revolution. ACGL's Nicholas Holden joins Alex to explore the burgeoning scene, its challenges, and how the industry is overcoming the high barriers to entry. eSports is here to stay. Podcast Website
Discover the enduring legacy of Ros Howell, a legendary figure at St. Mary's Waverly and a trailblazer in South African hockey. With nearly four decades of coaching experience, her influence continues to inspire girls nationwide. Podcast Website
Wildeklawer, the nation's premier rugby festival, draws thousands to a bustling Kimberly each May. Join us as we anticipate the upcoming spectacle, delving into its unparalleled influence and spotlighting the players to watch. Podcast Website
The football landscape is changing for the better across South Africa. Learn how one initiative powered by Spur is making its mark for young footballers in Cape Town. Podcast Website
Alex is joined by Joshua Bruyns, a UK-based athlete representing South Africa in speed climbing at this year's Olympics in Paris. Discover the precision, agility, and relentless drive demanded by this exhilarating sport. Podcast Website
We are in the middle of some of the most exhilarating weeks of school sport on the calendar! Alex, Tim, and Taheera present their top stories from the past week and discuss the festivals to come. Podcast Website
Alex hosts a panel featuring Pieter Cronje (Affies), Werner Venter (NMI Toyota) and Spoed Smith (SuperSport Schools) to discuss Noord/Suid 2024. The panel discuss what sets the festival apart and what they are most looking forward to this year. Captains and coaches from KES and Jeppe add their views, before Pieter and Werner go head to head in the Quiz. Podcast Website
Steve Evans, Olympic veteran, reflects on his journey from spectator to athlete, representing SA in hockey at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. In conversation with Alex, they delve into the challenges and aspirations for South Africa's hockey and Olympic future. Podcast Website
An inductee of the Class of 2023, Shandre Campbell is a fiery young talent for SuperSport United! He made playing professionally for his club in his matric year by scoring some incredible goals. In this episode of the pod Alex finds out where it all started for Shandre and what his plans are for the future. Shandre also has a go at the quiz. Podcast Website
All roads lead to Paris 2024! In this episode Alex is joined by Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz. During the hour-long special the pair discuss Caitlin’s achievements and what it will take for our future Olympians to make it to the top.
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Alex and Tim are joined by John Quinlan, the designer of cricket’s new armoured gloves. Why do they work? Who is using them? We find out. The gloves are also put to the test with a hammer, bat, and bowling machine.
New episodes of the show air every Wednesday at 7pm on SuperSport Schools channel 216 and are immediately available to listen to on your favourite podcast app or watch on DSTV Stream and the SuperSport Schools App.
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We knew it was going to happen - the tackle height has been lowered to the sternum for the community game in South Africa.
To help debunk the myths and find out exactly why we have got to this point, Tim and I chat to Dr Ross Tucker - one of the leading World Rugby Head Injury researchers.
We also explain exactly how the new laws will be applied in South Africa and what is now required from ball carriers and tacklers.
Catch new episodes of the SuperSport Schools Podcast each Wednesday at 7 on SuperSport Schools Channel 216, DSTV Catch Up and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Get ready for an exhilarating season finale as the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz determines its 2023 champion! Alex White hosts Eunice’s national hockey sensation, Taheera Augousti, the school sport encyclopaedia Hannes Nienaber, and pod co-host Tim Muthama.
In this special New Year celebration episode, our trio goes head-to-head in a thrilling quiz covering a spectrum of sports – from cricket and rugby to hockey, school sports, and the grand stage of World Cups. The competition is fierce as our Stars showcase their knowledge and quick thinking to claim the coveted title of SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz Champion.
Adding to the excitement, we have esteemed guests joining the showdown: Akani Simbine, the renowned South African sprinter; Duncan Woods, a stalwart in South Africa's National Water Polo scene; and the enigmatic Coach Kooks, each presenting their own questions.
Have a listen to witness the clash of sporting intellects, unexpected twists, and the crowning of the ultimate quiz champion. It's an episode packed with fun, camaraderie, and a celebration of the sporting spirit as we bid farewell to the current season and welcome the New Year in style!
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It's a topic that is talked about often. But when it comes to action; that is easier said than done. In this episode we discuss mental health in school sport.
Alex and Tim are joined by Duncan Woods, a former national water polo player and coach. He is heavily involved in sport and lends a particular focus to mental health. The trio discuss the pressures facing school athletes, how school sport can improve mental health, and what it takes mentally to make it to the top. Duncan shares some practical advice and tips too.
Finally, Duncan has a go at the Quiz. Can he beat his wife, Kate Woods', score? Have a listen to find out.
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This week Itumeleng Banda is back to host the show. She is joined by SA Junior Rower, Daniela Price-Hughes and SA National Coach, Caitlin Dace. The trio discuss rowing, its growth over recent years, and they look ahead to the 2023 Standard Bank Boat Race in Port Alfred.
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Yashil Modi was awarded FIDE Master status when he was just eight years old. From Grade 8 to 12 he was St John's first chess player, and in his entire high school career he only lost one match (back in Grade 8).
Now having just finished writing his final matric exams, Yashil sits down with Alex to discuss chess, how he improves his mental stamina and what the future holds for such a gifted player.
To show off Yashil's prowess, Alex challenges him to a match. The catch is that Yashil is blindfolded. The objective is simply to see how quickly Alex will be crushed (as someone who barely knows where the pieces go).
Alex gets his revenge later on when he puts Yashil to the test with the Quiz.
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This week Alex hands the mic to Itumeleng Banda to dive into a conversation about the Gauteng Development League, its teams and future. As the resident SuperSport Schools’ GDL expert, Itumeleng is then put to the test in the Quiz!
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From Springbok victory in Paris 2023 to Paris 2024. Alex chats to legendary South African sprinter, Akani Simbine to find out the role his school played in his development and how he runs a business while also competing as a professional athlete.
BackSport is one of the biggest production suppliers to SuperSport Schools. The company employs athletes and has covered over 10 sports for SuperSport Schools streams and broadcasts.
Find out what Akani thinks of athletics in South Africa and what his advice is for upcoming athletes.
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Is Maritzburg College the key to a Springbok World Cup victory? Alex and Tim have their say in this week’s show.
Alex also interviews Rayaan and PJ from the Bayhill Premier Cup in the Western Cape to find out why the tournament is so special and how it has benefitted youth football in SA.
Tim nominates Mateo Horstead to the Class of '23 and we cross over to KZN where Sibonelo Zulu catches up with "Gusheshe" himself. Remember - check out SuperSport Schools' social media pages to nominate players, coaches and moments to the Class of '23.
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Schools have returned to summer sport for the final term of the year. This means that cricket teams have taken to pitches across the country. South Africa continues to produce incredible young cricketing talent. Kwena Maphaka is one of SA's most promising young stars. The youngest player ever in the SA U19 team, he's been to an U19 World Cup, played for SA Emerging and SA "A", and has been contracted to the Paarl Royals for the 2024 SA20 season.
Alex caught up with Kwena at his school, St Stithians in Johannesburg, to find out how he has made it so far in cricket while still at school. Kwena discusses his discipline, plans for after school, and how he is hoping to juggle academics and cricket for matric next year.
Finally, Kwena also has a go at a special, cricket themed quiz!
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Alex is joined by Tom Pullen from NGXV, SSS commentator Spoed Smith and SSS expert Hannes Nienaber to discuss the final Ultimate XV nominations for the year.
Follow SuperSport Schools Rugby and NGXV on social media to vote.
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What does it take to become a top school runner in SA?
Alex was at the SA Cross-Country Nationals in Gqeberha. He discusses some of the keys to becoming a top school runner and talks to Themba Madima, a SuperSport Schools Athletics Commentator. Experts from Eastern Province athletics share their training insight and explain why it's not the best idea to specialise early on in an athlete's journey.
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Summer is on its way and summer sports are returning to schools across the country.
Over the past weekend, U16 girls from several schools were in action at Durban Girls' College for the DGC U16 Water Polo Tournament. At the tournament, Alex caught up with Lee Keet, a teacher, former national player and current international water polo referee, to get some insight ahead of the season.
They discuss Lee's career, what she thinks needs to change for water polo to grow in South Africa and how she got into refereeing. Alex and Lee geek out over the rules and instructions of water polo and Lee explains why there have been a few changes recently.
Alex is also surprised to learn the difference between referees and umpires.
Finally, Lee has a go at the quiz to see if she can beat her sister, Marcelle's score of 8.
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This week is the Marius Schoeman 7s in Paarl and schools from across the country are taking part. In a country with one of the strongest senior sevens systems in the world, it's at events like this that the future stars are scouted.
For this week's show, Alex is at the Stellenbosch Academy of Sport to chat with the event's namesake and current SA 7s High Performance Manager, Marius Schoeman.
They discuss Marius's 7s career, what it takes to make it to the top, how scouting works, and what the SA pathways look like for young talent.
Marius also has a go at the quiz to see if he can beat Neil Powell's score of 6 from Craven Week.
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During August, South Africa hosted the U18 International Tri-Nations series featuring South Africa U18, France U18, England U18 and a Western Province U18 XV side.
This week, Alex and Tim chatted with Angus Savage from NGXV. Angus was part of the SuperSport Schools' commentary team during the series. The trio discuss the differences in school rugby between South Africa and England, contrasting the youth structures in each nation. They focus on the benefits of the series and what its lasting impact is likely to be.
Then, Angus and Tim go head to head in the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz!
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Basketball is one of the most popular sports in the world. But in South Africa, according to Val Fowler, it's still very much a "Cinderella Sport".
Val Fowler is synonymous with basketball in South Africa. Through her education career, spanning three decades, she has not only nurtured the growth of basketball at Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School but has also been a profound influence and a source of inspiration for players nationwide. She has played a pivotal role in founding the country's largest girls' basketball tournament, which now proudly bears her name.
In this episode, Alex chats to Val about her career, what the future holds for basketball in South Africa and her thoughts on girls' and women's sports in the country.
Finally, Val takes part in the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz.
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When is the time to grow girls' sports in South Africa? Is it when Banyana Banyana excels? Or perhaps, during the Netball World Cup?
For Uraisha Haswell and Fanele Ndlovu it's always.
In this episode, Alex is joined by the pair as they discuss their involvement in KZN Girls' Football. The group discuss what has been done to put girls' football on the map in KZN, the challenges they face, what still needs to be done and the passion they have to see girls' sport flourish.
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Over the past year, our national women's teams have been thriving on the international stage. Most notably in football, cricket and netball. Many of these teams are amateur, without full sponsors and relying on athletes to self-fund their participation. However, their performances have sparked discussions around SA and a growth in girls' sports.
In this week's special for Women's Day, Alex and Tim chat with Kate Woods, a former South African national women's hockey player. She played 181 tests for SA, went to 3 Olympic Games and is currently the Senior Brand Director adidas SA.
The panel discusses the growth of girls' sports in SA, the shifting landscape thanks to SuperSport Schools, the importance of role models and what needs to be done to capitalise on the growing interest in female sports.
Finally, Kate has a go at our Women's Day Special Quiz!
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Netball is one of the biggest sports on the SuperSport Schools platform. This week, Alex interviews Zanele, a commentator for SuperSport Schools and the Netball World Cup, to discuss the significance of having the World Cup in Cape Town and its impact on the sport. Then, Carla, a player from Affies, shares her experiences from playing school netball and helps explain some of the finer details of the game and its rules.
Finally, Carla has a go at our netball-themed quiz!
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This week the team is at Chiltern Park Sports Club in KZN to discuss one of South Africa's top school football leagues. Alex and Tim are joined by Maritzburg College Captain, Mateo Horstead and SuperSport Schools football commentator, Sibonelo Zulu.
The guests discuss how they got into football and how they're hoping to make careers out of the sport: Mateo as a pro player and Sibonelo as a commentator. Mateo reveals his training schedule and Sibonelo explains where he gets his nicknames from.
Finally, the pair go head-to-head in this week's football themed quiz.
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The 2023 U18 Craven Week wrapped up in George two weeks ago. Western Province beat the Blue Bulls in the main match to round off a scintillating week of rugby. Alex and Tim chatted with players from several teams during the week to find out what it means to play on the biggest school rugby stage in SA. They discuss the preparation, school training, and unifying as a new team.
Hannes also joins to wrap up the week and go head to head with Tim in the quiz. Can Tim finally score more than 9 or will the School Sport Encyclopaedia continue his reign?
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The 2023 U18 SASHOC Nationals wrapped up in Bloemfontein just under two weeks ago. In this episode, Alex and Tim chat with players from the tournament to find out what goes into making it at the nationals, how good Tim would be as a goalie and whether it's more rewarding to save or score a goal.
For the second time, Tim goes up against a team of two in the SSS Podcast Quiz. Find out if he can beat his all-time high score of 8, and will the team claim bragging rights?
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Alex and Tim are joined by Blitzboks legend and current Sharks Director of Rugby, Neil Powell to chat all things Craven Week. SuperSport Schools expert Hannes Nienaber also features and the group discuss Craven Week, what makes it so special, why it's important and what to expect from this week.
Neil and Hannes also go head to head in the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz. This week it's very rugby focussed and has some Craven Week specials as well.
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Alex and Tim chat with hockey coaches Marcelle Keet and Mike Baker about the 2023 SASHOC Nationals. They touch on what it takes to make it, how the tournament works and why the hockey community is so special.
The group also delve a bit deeper into the success of SA school hockey and what needs to be done to translate that success into the professional game and national teams.
Finally, Tim faces the coaches in the SSS Podcast Quiz!
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What was your favourite school sport moment of Term 2?
Get ready for an electrifying episode as we wrap up the Term 2 school sport season! Join Alex as he dives into a rollercoaster ride of jaw-dropping moments captured by SuperSport Schools. Brace yourself for comebacks, trends and viral clips from across SA. But that's not all! Stay tuned as Alex unveils the thrilling festivals and events lined up for the holidays, including hockey's adrenaline-pumping IPT and the rugby academy weeks, including the legendary Craven Week.
SuperSport Schools, brings you the sport you care about the most. The SuperSport Schools’ Podcast brought to you by Spur tells stories of youth and school sports. You can watch this episode on the SuperSport Schools app and DSTV Channel 216. Download the app from the Google Play or Apple App Store. Listen to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts.
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Alex is joined by Tom Pullen from NGXV, SSS commentator Spoed Smith and SSS expert Hannes Nienaber to discuss 30 more school rugby players showing promise this season.
Over this episode and the next few weeks, the team will name 8 players per position. Then after Craven Week, it will be up to you to vote for your Ultimate School XV.
At the end of this episode, 45 players have been named (3 in each position). In case you missed it, you can catch up on the first episode (where the first 15 players were named) here: https://youtu.be/kK7-uydn8to.
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Who would you have in your Ultimate XV?
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Sport in South Africa is incredibly competitive. Elite sporting schools across the country give athletes an edge. But for many young athletes, these schools are simply out of reach. That's where organisations like the TAG Foundation come in.
Alex chats to Johnnie Gerber from the foundation about what TAG does, how they maintain expectations, ensure their students have the best chance of success and are able to excel academically.
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On which side of the scrum should the scrum-half stand? What is a brake foot? And, can you score a try while in touch? (Spoiler... you can 😉).
Alex and Tim were at Noord-Suid 2023 and spoke to some players about the laws of rugby. Specifically, they discuss school variations and the proposed tackle height law. The Breakdown Rugby podcast team joins from the UK to shed some light on this and Tim sets Alex a Champions Quiz 🧠.
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Few people (if any) in South Africa can match Hannes Nienaber's incredible knowledge of all things school sports. Creator of the School of Rugby website (now part of SuperSport Schools), Hannes is heading up the reporting and research at SuperSport Schools this year.
Find out what it's like diving into the archives or who played wing fifty years ago for a small school in Upington that no longer exists... Tim and Hannes also go head-to-head in the first round of the SSS Champions Quiz. We're calling it the Champions Quiz since it's much harder than usual - it has to be with Hannes competing :).
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We were at the 2023 Standard Bank St Mary's Festival to catch up with Taheera Augousti, a Matric student from Eunice who plays for the South African National Women's Hockey Team.
Find out what it's like playing for "school and country", how Taheera does in the #SSSPod Quiz and why Alex ran into a hockey player who was sucking a dummy and wearing a bib🤔.
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Who are the 15 school rugby players to watch this season?
It's a tough question to answer, and one that will differ in every corner of South Africa. But the team at NGXV publish their suggestion every year. So in this SSS Podcast Special brought to you by Spur, Alex is joined by Tom Pullen from NGXV to discuss the 15 players to watch going into the 2023 school rugby season. Our in-house SSS experts, Spoed Smith and Hannes Nienaber lend their thoughts to the discussion and what they're most excited to see in the coming season.
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Which player are you most excited for this year?
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Every year matrics across the country apply to South African universities. Though some look abroad, especially to the United States. In this week's episode, brought to you by Spur, Alex and Tim chat with Luca, a student hoping to study in America next year through his football, and some of the team from BrUSA, who are hoping to get him there.
We find out exactly how the collegiate system works, how it's different from SA and if we have to worry about all the great talent leaving our proud sporting country.
Tim and Luca also go head to head in the #SSSPodQuiz.
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We want to know what you think: Would you study overseas on a sports scholarship?
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His post-match interviews are legendary. Whether his microphone is a spoon or a hairbrush, Coach Kooks always delivers.
Now on DSTV Channel 216 in this episode, brought to you by Spur, Alex and Tim chat with Coach Kooks. They discuss his personal rugby journey at school and for EP Kings before moving on to how he became involved in SuperSport Schools. Over the past year Kooks has travelled all over the country covering different sports in different schools. He shares what he's learned and what he is most looking forward to this year.
Tim and Kooks also go head to head in the #SSSPodQuiz.
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SuperSport Schools has changed the game of school sports broadcasting and become a household name in the process. In 2022 alone, over 25 000 hours of live matches were streamed across more than 20 sports. With several fixtures also being broadcast on TV as well.
In this episode, brought to you by Spur, Alex talks to Gerard Steyn, the CEO of SuperSport Schools, about how the company started and has progressed. Alex reflects on the impact the platform has had on rugby referees as an example of the greater impact the platform has in many unexpected ways. They then discuss the future of the platform, especially in a context defined by extensive loadshedding.
Simon, an SSS multicam producer, joins Alex to talk about what goes into creating a live broadcast at big matches and how boys and girls at school can get involved with commentary and production. If you’re interested in getting involved send an email to the address below.
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In last week’s episode Alex was joined by Niels Momberg, the Youth and Tertiary Cricket Manager from Cricket South Africa (CSA). The state of school cricket and development pipeline were discussed.
In this episode, brought to you by Spur, Alex and Niels continue their conversation. This time the focus is on cricket after school and specifically one area where cricket is growing quickly and exponentially in South Africa: the women’s game. Niels discusses how his outlook on women’s cricket has shifted radically and why he is so excited for the Women’s Cricket World Cup in South Africa.
The start of the episode also features a highlights wrap from the weekend's school cricketing action.
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Cricket in South Africa is at a turning point. With dwindling numbers of young cricketers at elite cricket schools, a continued world cup drought, and diminishing test cricket there is no doubt that there is a problem needing to be addressed.
In this episode, brought to you by Spur, Alex chats to Niels Momberg, the Youth and Tertiary Cricket Manager from Cricket South Africa (CSA). Niels shares his vision for the future of schools cricket, what the current pipeline looks like to progress from school to professional cricket and how opportunities are evolving. The impact of the SA20 is also discussed.
This interview is the first in a two part series. Next week the discussion continues with Niels focussing on cricket after school and specifically one area where cricket is growing quickly and exponentially in South Africa: the women’s game.
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We want to know what you think: What is the impact of the SA20 on youth cricket?
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We were at the 2022 Standard Bank SA Schools Boat Race and in this episode we look back at some of the stories that make Boat Race the iconic event it is.
Rowers from around the country each tell Alex something not widely known about rowing, Germiston shares how their under-resourced crew competes against the best of the best, Rondebosch and Bishops discuss their special rivalry and Coach Hlekani from St Stithians reflects on the lighter side of the sport.
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The SuperSport Schools’ Podcast tells stories of youth and school sports. In this episode, we look towards the SA Schools Boat Race taking place on the 9th and 10th of December in Port Alfred. Competitors, coaches and management from around the country tell Alex why rowing is such a special sport, why this year's event is going to be different and how crews are hoping to perform. Alex discusses the event's format, and if you don't know your cox from your stroke or bow from oar, some of the athletes explain!
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We want to know what you think: Who will be this year's winners?
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The SuperSport Schools’ Podcast tells stories of youth and school sports. The first-ever episode introduces regular host, Alex White, a young referee, and his good friend and guest host, Timothy Muasya Muthama, who plays rugby at UCT. Both are rugby mad and set out to answer the question: Is it time for a TMO in school rugby? Along the way, they discuss grassroots refereeing, whether it’s worth getting involved to give back to the game, and how players can have a beneficial and positive interaction with referees. Women’s referee, Zoe Naude, and World Rugby Referee, Ben O’Keeffe (who was an assistant referee in the Rugby World Cup Final in 2019), join Alex and Tim to add insight from the local and top level of the game.
You can also watch this episode on the SuperSport Schools app. Download it from the Google Play or Apple App Store.
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The SuperSport Schools’ Podcast tells stories of youth and school sport. SuperSport Schools exists to grow school sports and get more sports stars to shine - across the African continent - by broadcasting the full South African sports story – from the beginning! This podcast is hosted by Alex White and regular guest host Timothy Muasya Muthama. Together they discover the emotions, passions, drama, and skills of our young sporting stars that make South Africa one of the most sporting-mad countries on Earth.