Durban’s reputation as South Africa’s playground dates back to the early 1930s when one of the country’s legendary soccer teams was born.Winning or losing, well known AmaZulu Football Club is among the country’s household names, especially in the city, where it is based. Others are Thanda Royal Zulu, Nathi Lions, Golden Arrows and Durban Stars. … Read more
Richard Ngubane was born in 1948 in Greytown and moved to Kwa-Mashu, Durban. He made a conscious decision to play football at an early age as a way to escape poverty. He played amateur for Young Dribblers FC of Kwa-Mashu but was recruited by Amazulu FC when they joined the professional ranks in 1971. He … Read more
Norman “Winono Mnomzane (Mr. Clean)” Steenkamp was born in 1963 in Wentworth. Norman Steenkamp’s love for soccer began at Merebank Primary School where he initially he played as a striker. In 1980, he was converted to a defender whilst playing for the local premier league club Everton. Norman Steenkamp initial played as a striker. In … Read more
Mark Tovey was born in Pretoria on 7th May 1955. He attended Northlands Primary and Northlands Secondary, north of Durban. His love for football began at an early age. He played junior football for Durban City, representing the club at under 10, 12 and 14 levels. In 1971 Mark Tovey turned professional by signing for Durban … Read more
Lawrence “Big Bear” Ngubane was born in Durban, in 1947. He played football at a young age and was a successful amateur player. In the 1960’s Mr. Ngubane played for a club from Hammarsdale called Iyasha Swallows. He left Iyasha Swallows to form his own team called Young Stars. Young Stars was a successful team … Read more
Shaka, so named because of his impressive physique that was said to resemble the great Shaka Zulu, was a Kaizer Chiefs player until his retirement in December 1984. Born in Cato Manor in 1950, Shaka was recruited by Kaizer Chiefs after scoring an impressive six goals against them in a friendly match in 1972. He … Read more