Brighton Mhlongo: “Another exciting edition of the Engen Champ of Champs”

Former Orlando Pirates‘ goalkeeper Brighton Mhlongo, was present at Marks Park on the weekend to watch the country’s most exciting youngsters go head-to-head.
The Engen Champ of Champs brand ambassador saw Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies win the boys’ and ladies’ tournaments against top teams from other regions of South Africa. He was impressed with the talent on display, Mhlongo said.
“This has been yet another exciting edition of the Engen Champ of Champs, where talent was given an opportunity to shine,” he enthused.
“It is encouraging to see how the gap has significantly narrowed in both the boys’ and girls’ divisions, proving that the tournament is becoming more and more competitive.”
Thabo Senong, another tournament brand ambassador, shared his satisfaction with the quality of the football played at the three-day tournament.
Senong, who recently took up a position with Fifa, touched on the quality of coaching at the tournament, saying that it has been truly exciting to witness young coaches implementing current coaching methods.
“The talent has been exceptional, but what is equally important to note is the quality of coaching that we have seen,” Senong explained.
“I have been encouraged to see how these young coaches, both in the boys’ and girls’ divisions, have been experimenting and implementing current coaching trends – a clear indication of a good future for South African coaches,” he added.
ENGEN CHAMP OF CHAMPS WINNERS
GIRLS
Goalkeeper of the Tournament: Aphiwe Msomi – Durban Ladies
Defender of the Tournament: Michaela Swartz – Mamelodi Sundowns
Midfielder of the Tournament: Siphesihle Magazi – Mamelodi Sundowns
Top Goalscorer: Kagiso Dintiwe – Cape Town Roses
Striker of the Tournament: Kwezi Khoza – Durban Ladies
Coach of the Tournament: Andisiwe Mgcoyi – Mamelodi Sundowns
Player of the Tournament: Kwezi Khoza -Durban Ladies
Match Official of the Tournament: Kgotso Mashamba
BOYS
Goalkeeper of the Tournament: Alizna Canca – Ebhayi FC
Defender of the Tournament: Tashiel Rugunanan – Kaizer Chiefs
Midfielder of the Tournament: Luthando Azasakhe – Stellenbosch FC
Top Goalscorer: Nizaam Fleux – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Striker of the Tournament: Tlotlang Gaseitisioe – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Coach of the Tournament: David Mathebula – Kaizer Chiefs FC
Player of the Tournament: Tashiel Rugunanan – Kaizer Chiefs