In this end March edition of ‘Sporting stars of Tomorrow,’ we feature local lads, Andile Magaba and Mohomed Mavhunga, who are working hard and dreaming big, as they chase a future in professional soccer. Although they play in different positions as left-wing and defender for Simon Stars and Delfos FC respectively, they share a common vision… to make it big in the world of football. The pair also share an admiration for international football giants, Real Madrid, drawing inspiration from some of the world’s best players. Off the field, the youngsters expressed admiration for luxury cars, hoping to one day enjoy the rewards of success, including owning a BMW. Their dreams however go beyond personal success, with Andile wanting to buy a house and car for his parents when he achieves success, while Mohomed wants to help the poor. Despite their different personal goals, the lads remain focused on making their mark in the footballing world. The Laudium Sun wishes the youngsters every success as they continue to chase their goals. Good luck guys!!
Readers are invited to submit profiles of young (10 – 16yrs), talented, sporting enthusiasts to the Laudium Sun office, or email to info@laudiumsun.co.za, to be considered by our sporting judges, for inclusion in this column. Kindly submit a clear photo, together with the standard relevant details as set out below.
Name: Andile
Surname: Magaba.
Address: Taj Street, Laudium.
Name of School: Laudium Primary School.
Favourite School Subject: Maths.
Current Sports Club / Team: Simon Stars.
Current Position: Left-Wing.
Favourite International Club / Team: Real Madrid.
Favourite International Player: Kylian Mbappé
Favourite Car: BMW M4.
Name of Parents: Blessing Magaba.
Role Model: Kylian Mbappé
Goal: To become a pro-soccer player.
What will it take to achieve your dream?
Train hard and study harder.
If and when you achieve your dream what would be the first thing you do with your success?
Buy my mom and dad a house and buy them a car.
If you ever meet your sporting super star what would be the first thing you ask him/her?
Can we take a photo?
Name: Mohomed
Surname: Mavhunga.
Address: Itireleng.
Name of School: Laudium Primary School.
Favourite School Subject: English.
Current Sports Club / Team: Delfos FC.
Current Position: Defender.
Favourite International Club / Team: Real Madrid.
Favourite International Player: Lionel Messi.
Favourite Car: BMW.
Name of Parents: Musa and Ayesha Mavhunga.
Role Model: My mother.
Goal: To become a really good, famous soccer player.
What will it take to achieve your dream?
Hard work to achieve my goal.
If and when you achieve your dream what would be the first thing you do with your success?
Help the poore.
If you ever meet your sporting super star what would be the first thing you ask him/her?
Can we take a selfie?