Madibaz Aim for Semis as Varsity Cup Hopes Fade

The fact that the Madibaz went down with all guns blazing as they stumbled to their third loss in the FNB Varsity Shield last Friday just about drew a smile from coach David Manuel. Not that he is happy with hi... Read more »

‘New’ Madibaz Emerge From Doldrums to Win Basketball League

The Madibaz women emerged from the doldrums to sail to the top of the pile at the Nelson Mandela Bay Basketball Association championships this year. Led by captain Clamentine Nkuna, the Mandela University team ... Read more »

National Hockey Mentor Calls Time on International Career

After calling time on his international career last week, top Gqeberha hockey coach Cheslyn Gie can reflect on three successful years at the helm of the national men’s team. Gie, who is also the hockey manage... Read more »

Strategic Partnerships Win the Day at Madibaz Golf Event

It was another gusty day at Humewood but that did not frazzle the participants who turned up for Mandela University’s Vice-Chancellor’s Golf Day earlier this month. Despite the links course baring its teeth... Read more »

Young Karateka a Role Model for the Children Back Home

Gqeberha karateka Luchay Weideman is fast becoming the role model she yearns to be for the children in her community following a series of outstanding achievements in 2024. The 22-year-old national representati... Read more »

Steyn’s Troops Fighting Fit for Tough Varsity Netball Tournament

Forging ahead in times of adversity is what new Madibaz coach Jeanie Steyn is asking from her troops when they start their Varsity Netball campaign this weekend. The elite student competition, which is broadcas... Read more »

It’s journey’s end for Madibaz stalwarts at Varsity Netball

Senior Madibaz players Mothira Mohammad and Siya Dingiswayo are eager to make their final Varsity Netball fling a memorable one. The highly regarded Mandela University pair have been named co-captains for the t... Read more »

Unbeaten run sees Madibaz return to USSA hockey’s top division

The Madibaz men’s hockey team will return to the premier division of the University Sports South Africa tournament in 2025 after producing a cohesive effort to win the B section in Johannesburg last week. The... Read more »

Squash star-in-the-making targets USSAs

Madibaz number one Michael Donaldson will use the University Sports South Africa tournament as a stepping stone to higher honours as he focuses on constructing his squash career. The 19-year-old architecture st... Read more »

Madibaz karatekas click into gear ahead of USSA champs

Hosts Madibaz claimed a medal haul of 18 at the Nelson Mandela University Semi-Contact Senior Open to click into gear ahead of the upcoming University Sports South Africa tournament. The Open, which took place ... Read more »