Free State Academy Of Sport

21/08/2026

Lerato Malefane, Boxer from LJ district

21/08/2026

Today we meet Lerato Malefane.
Lerato is a Boxer from Lejweleputswa District.

My name is Lerato Malefane and I am a professional boxer from Meloding in the Free State Province.

I began boxing in 2021 and turned professional in 2025.

Since then, I have competed in four fights, having one win, one draw, and two losses.

I'm driven by discipline, and a passion for the sport. I want to see myself in South African ratings, then become a world champion and build myself a respected name in professional boxing.

I want to represent my Province well and inspire others through my achievements.

I believe every fight that I get is an opportunity to learn, improve, and get closer to my dreams.

Good luck with your upcoming fight on the 5th of September. We are rooting for you 🤛🏿💪🏿

21/08/2026

🔥 Connect & Listen | FridayFuel 🔥
📰 "People Will Never Forget How You Made Them Feel"

Some coaches worry that relationship-building with families takes time away from real coaching. The truth runs the other way — families stay because they trust the person running the programme, not just because of the drills.

Today's article also closes out Week 3 of Connect and Listen — reaching everyone, the mother at the gate, three ways to build trust, and the signals that tell you where things stand.

"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." — Maya Angelou

Full article on our WhatsApp channel 👇
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3nm1UKmCPRezEP1N1q

20/08/2026

Keketso hard at work with a strength set.

20/08/2026

Keketso Senooe, Netball player based in Sasolburg and part of Sonoblomo team.

Strenght and Conditioning session

20 August 2026

20/08/2026

Thabo Mofutsanyane District

Mkabadeli Heroes FC preparing for the upcoming ABC Motsepe League as they are debutant.

Thanks Wetsi

20/08/2026

Connect & Listen | ThursdayThink
📰 "The Signals That Tell You a Family Trusts You"

Trust rarely announces itself directly. It shows up in whether parents linger at the gate, ask questions, volunteer, or recommend your programme.

Today's article breaks down four signal categories worth watching for.

"A family's trust is rarely spoken. It's shown in whether they linger, ask, help, and recommend."

Full article on our WhatsApp channel 👇
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3nm1UKmCPRezEP1N1q

19/08/2026

Connect & Listen | WednesdayWin
📰 "Three Ways to Build Trust With Families Without Adding a Single Meeting"

Building trust with families doesn't need more meetings or more admin. It needs three small, deliberate habits folded into moments you already have.

Today's article breaks down all three, and when to use each one.

"Trust with a family isn't built in a single conversation. It's built in the ordinary moments a coach chooses not to skip."

Full article on our WhatsApp channel 👇
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3nm1UKmCPRezEP1N1q

18/08/2026

Connect & Listen | TuesdayTruth

📰 "The Mother Who Stood at the Gate for a Season"

A mother stood at the gate every week for a season, never coming closer. One two-minute conversation changed everything — she's still involved, and her daughter is still playing, five years later.

"One two-minute conversation at the gate can be the reason a family stays for years."

Full article on our WhatsApp channel 👇
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb3nm1UKmCPRezEP1N1q

17/08/2026

Congratulations Nita!

What an honour to be Sportswoman of the year, well done!

What a phenomenal achievement! 🏸🏆

A massive congratulations to Johanita Scholtz on being crowned Sportswoman of the Year at the Free State Sports Awards! 🇿🇦

This recognition is a true testament to her incredible talent, hard work, and dedication to badminton. Being nominated alongside such strong finalists like Lael Malherbe (World Fitness Federation) and Lynette Fischer (triathlon) makes this victory even more special.

And let’s not forget her nomination as the All Star of the Free State –a true star! 🌟

We are so proud of you, Johanita! Keep flying the Free State flag high! 🧡