Junior started playing football in rural areas at Umkomaas ,he was staying with his father.The person influenced and inspired to became an footballer mentioned his Mother , According to him she never asked questions but supported him every step of the way.She knew his boy will be safe when is playing football, also his Uncle influenced him because ,he played for Bidvest Wits and shared some stories with him concerning football.When he grew up also his dream is to build his legacy through football for his Children and Family , because when he was young his family couldn’t afford some of the things and he couldn’t understand those situations.The Challenges he faced during his football journey ,was not having soccer boots also being selected by Amazulu FC in 2017 ,he was doing grade 7 but couldn’t make it because he didn’t have soccer boots.while he was busy playing football ,he learned some lessons , for example when you playing football you need to be patient your time will come and clap hands for others until it’s your time.When we asked him who motivates him to do better everyday , Explained no one motivates him but he motivates himself , because football is only survival for him.When he looked the football Development structures for South African football is not happy ,first Scouts from a big team like Amazulu should go different places to identify talented players ,also sponsorships must try to invest , lastly SAFA should support all provinces regarding football Development leagues .Junior s favourite football idol is Sergio Busquets, because he makes football looks easy, doesn’t complicate it and he is playing simple only two touches.He will always be grateful for other coaches helped him to grow in football,but his Mom is the Best Mentor for him regarding every aspects of life.Highlighted his Mother won’t turn her back on him.In 2023/24 season “Said will be a pleasure for him to get many awards and will work hard so he can achieve his goal.playing for Golden Arrows for him it’s too much pressure, because everything you do ,you must think about the badge first not working individually, also it feels good, because you are given a chance to showcase your talent against other teams in DDC.In 3 years time he wants to see himselfcompeting in PSL, also for now it means a lot playing for Golden Arrows DDC Team and he keep telling himself that is not just here ,it means they saw something special for him from all other players wishing to play for Golden Arrows.We asked him about Nkosinathi Thwala “Ozil” used to be coached by Mr Wonderboy Myanga (the Publisher)”Said he came last season in the second leg and the coaches likes the way he plays ,he is a cool guy and friend of his.Since he started playing football he managed to win youngest player of the tournament-Jolvet 2022 e.t.cWe checked regarding the senior players how they motivates them, Junior told us yes they do motivates them with the performance and behavior on and off the field.He would like to take this opportunity to thank his former Coaches and Teammates regarding his progress in football hinted they are happy but obsviosly some won’t be happy.Encouraging words for upcoming youngsters his advice,Even in life you must not be in Competition, because if you look at what other people does,you will forget about yourself,so just be patient your time will come, and they must watch this ,he is going to be better everyday and every game.Continue to explained in football don’t fake your background, because you will loose who are willing maybe to support and buy you Soccer boots,but either than that work hard and be consistently then everything will work out.Junior s’ thoughts regarding the online Publication” Said is very happy to be part of the online Publication.
WM SPORTS Would Like To Take This Opportunity To Thank Junior From Golden Arrows DDC For Sharing His Football Journey With The Online Publication
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