Reaching ones true cricketing potential requires years of hard work, determination and bags of mental strength. While natural ability is vital in the ever changing game, preparation, mentorship and good coaching will undoubtedly serve any player hoping to rise to the top. The Gary Kirsten Cricket Academy’s high performance, private coaching programme gives young players […]
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Oct
Oct
With the Western Province Cricket Association (WPCA) School League about to get underway the Gary Kirsten Foundation under-19 team are busy putting the finishing touches to their pre-season. The team mentored by Gary Kirsten Foundation coach, Sivuyile Mfunelwa put together a comprehensive 60-run victory over a more fancied Newlands Cricket School side in a warm up […]
Sunny skies greeted eager young cricketers at the Gary Kirsten Cricket Academy Holiday Clinics run over the past week in the Western Cape. With the school holidays in full swing, talented youngsters seized the opportunity to polish and hone their cricket skills with the help of GKCA’s sought after coaching staff. The first clinic brought […]
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Sep
Sep
Gary Kirsten’s passion to provide nets, equipment and coaches in Khayelitsha is gaining momentum. On Friday, 2 September, Kirsten and his Foundation handed over the fourth cricket ecosystem in the township, this time at Sivile Primary School.
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Sep
Sep
Amazing handover of our FOURTH CRICKET ECOSYSTEM HANDOVER EVENT – POWERED BY PENINSULA BEVERAGES in Khayelitsha on Friday thank you Gary Kirsten Cricket Academy Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages and Adidas SA Sivile Primary School pupils from Grades R to 7 now have access to newly constructed net facilities, a full complement of cricket equipment as well as […]
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Sep
Sep
Commitment Awards go to Anele Pikoko from Chris Hani High School, and Luphumlo Kwatsha from Siphamandla High School! Commitment Award – For outstanding performance in showing great enthusiasm, punctuality and team work. A highly motivated individual with an all round positive attitude, committed to improving his skills in the game of cricket.
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Aug
Aug
Meet Awonke Tokwe Nickname: Rabada His Strength/ Bowling style: Right Arm Fast Age: 16 School : Siphamandla high school How did you hear about the Gary Kirsten foundation: I came with my cousin to watch him batting. Who Is your favourite player: Kagiso Rabada Why KG? Because he motivates me and he is a young […]
Gary with Siviwe Ndukumbini receiving a pair of Adidas trainers after a high performance cricket coaching session. Thank you adidas SA for backing the future!
Sivile Primary in Khayelitsha is the fourth school to receive a Gary Kirsten Foundation Cricket Ecosystem, which includes net installation, cricket equipment and a dedicated coach.
Meet Foundation player Siwapiwe Thinzi – Wicket keeper & Batsman – here with coach Sivu Q: What did you do for fun before playing cricket? A: Nothing after school, just homework, chill and sleep Q: How does the Gary Kirsten Foundation benefit your life? A: Meeting new friends is such a great experience and making […]