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PEOPLE'S POST | CONSTANTIA | WYNBERG Tuesday, 20 October 2015
Brasse turn back clock to win
JOSEPH PILLAY
won the Plate final after beating Mandalay 4-2 on penalties. Their game ended 1-1 with Heath Athletic first to draw blood in the first half through Ryan Phillips. Themba Mcense scored the equaliser for Mandalay in the second half.
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uch to the delight of the noisy soccer fans Hanover Park FC was crowned champion of the fifth annual Silver Spurs over-35 tournament at Johnson Road sports complex in Rylands on Sunday. Nicknamed “Brasse vanni Park” the team boasted a few household names that featured prominantly in Hanover Park and Premier United’s cup triumphs of yester-year. They once again delivered for their club owner and manager Rieduwaan Anthony. Anthony’s side shaded Amakhosi of Bonteheuwel 4-3 in a tense penalty shoot-out after the final ended in a goalless draw after regulation time. The first set of penalties ended on an even keel as both teams slotted home three spot kicks. However, in the sudden death contest, Niam Williams’s penalty for the Amakhosi side was saved by Hanover Park’s goalminder Clement Schuller, which left Shamiel Anthony with the responsibility of scoring the match-winning penalty. Anthony made no mistake with the strike, which sent the jubilant crowd into scenes of wild celebration. In the earlier round of the penalty contest, Nazier Benjamin, Jonathan Solomons and Jeremy Jansen all converted their spot kicks for the Brasse while Marawaan Bantam, Faiez Adams and Ashley Paulse scored for the Amakhosi. The Amakhosi side, with Riyaad Scala as manager, played some enterprising and attractive soccer. The Brasse adopted a no-nonsense, direct approach, attacking from wide areas, mak-
Hanover Park FC, nicknamed “Brasse vanni Park”, were crowned champion of the Silver Spurs over35 tournament this weekend. PHOTO: JOSEPH PILLAY ing use of the pressure they try to inflict on their opponents by way of penetrating crosses directed at the goalkeeper, which worked well – except in the semi-final and final when it was less effective. In the semi-final Amakhosi defeated Sporting United from Mitchell’s Plain 2-0
with Marawaan Bantam and Abduragiem Rylands scoring a goal in each half. Penalties had to separate tournament host Silver Spurs and Hanover Park after their semi-final clash ended goalless . Eventually Hanover Park won 5-3 on penalties. Meanwhile, Heath Athletic of Grassy Park
Big crowds The tournament brought droves of spectators to Johnson Road once again, with more than 3000 people making their way to the matches on Friday and Saturday. These matches showcased a wide variety of stars, ranging from former professional to top-class amateur soccer players, scattered across the 24 teams who took part in the tournament. Household names that used to turn out for Hellenic, Santos, Cape Town Spurs and Battswood made their presence felt. Big names like Marawaan Bantam, Cassiem Mohamed, Chrissando de Webber, Ronald “Hurry” Campher, Wayne Roberts, Jonathan Solomons, Leslie “Hare” Forbes, Darryl Roelf and Chris “Muis”Arendse were among the players on show and added a degree of class to the proceedings, still coming forth to produce some touches of sheer brilliance. Abdul Tajoodien, the tournament convenor, says the Silver Spurs executive is pleased with the turnout of spectators and the clubs’ willingness to participate. “We are looking to extend the entry to 32 teams and perhaps negotiate with other major business houses to bring more sponsors on board, because the tournament which has produced growth, needs bigger incentives for moving forward and creating a carnival atmosphere,” says Tajoodien.
VA C A N C Y BULLETIN EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES The Western Cape Government, Department of Transport & Public Works, is inviting suitably qualified applicants residing within the Cape Metro region and Municipality areas to apply for Learnership Training opportunities in the Construction Industry:
Carpentry (Ref. CCM) • Bricklaying (Ref. BCM) Plumbing (Ref. PCM) • Electrical Wiring (Ref. ECM) Minimum requirements: • Grade 10 with Mathematics or Grade 11 with Mathematics Literacy as a passed subject is required when you apply for Carpentry Learnership; • Grade 10 with Mathematics or Grade 11 with Mathematics Literacy as a passed subject is required when you apply for Bricklaying Learnership; • Grade 10 with Mathematics as a passed subject is required when you apply for Plumbing Learnership • Grade 12 with Mathematics as a passed subject is required when you apply for Electrical Learnership • Applicants must be between the ages of 18 – 35 years. Other requirements: • Applicants must be a South African resident. • Applicants must enjoy good health and be prepared to undergo a medical and substance examination. • Applicants have to participate in an interview, numeracy, literacy and interest testing before the final selection will be made. • Successful applicants will be required to work on a construction site as part of the training process. • Successful applicants must be willing to travel and work at various building sites within the Western Cape Province. • Successful applicants will be required to sign a 12-month Learnership Agreement on acceptance. • Training entails: Theoretical and institutional practical at FET College; work on a building site; apply health and safety regulations; maintenance of work areas and undertake administrative tasks. Stipend: R1 815 monthly for duration of Learnership Agreement Applications must be posted to: NYS-Learnership Phase 8, Department of Transport & Public Works, Skills Development Unit, Private Bag 9078, Cape Town 8000. Applicants must clearly indicate the learnership being applied for and the reference number. Applications must include a CV (4 pages maximum) together with certified copies of ID and highest school certificate. Only fully completed application forms with required documentation will be considered for these training opportunities. Application forms can be obtained at Western Cape Government Contact Centre, 9 Wale Street, Cape Town, Thusong Centre or at your local Library. Enquiries: Ms Nosizwe Wakeni: 021 483 4564 or 0860 142 142 Email: Nosizwe.wakeni@westerncape.gov.za/service@westerncape.gov.za
The WCG is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.
Closing Date: 30 October 2015 125215 ayandambanga.co.za
FULL COMMITMENT: Lee Langeveldt of Milano United climbs all over Iqraam Rayners of Santos to collect the ball in a national First Division match played at Athlone stadium on Sunday. The heated derby between the two teams, in which three red cards were shown, ended in a dramatic 11 stalemate. PHOTO: RASHIED ISAACS