Mancosa KZNHSFA to transform academic and sports pathways for students

The Management College of Southern Africa (Mancosa) KZNHSFA season started with Coastal A League and Inland A League matches on Tuesday, 15 April, delivering a mix of exciting and tough outcomes.

In a discussion regarding Mancosa‘s sponsorship of the KZNHSFA, the league’s chairperson, Daniel Haswell, shared a few thoughts with Brad Morgan from SuperSport Schools Plus.

Haswell observed that this partnership is beneficial as it provides educational opportunities, including potential bursaries for standout players who impress. He explained that the partnership with Mancosa has been a project in development for years and is well-suited to the structure of the KZNHSFA.

“They have been observing the stability, the continuity and the quality of the league over the last few years, hence them coming on board,” he said.

Speaking at the official launch of the Mancosa KZNHSFA, Loshnee Bridgmohan, marketing manager of Mancosa, added that the heartbeat of the Mancosa KZNHSFA is to create an environment for young people to learn, compete, grow and lead. At Mancosa, Bridgmohan said, they do not just want to witness greatness, but they want to build it.

“At Mancosa, we believe in shaping futures, and we know that education and sport go hand in hand,” she said.

“Both teach discipline, both demand commitment and both offer the most rewarding kind of victory, which is personal growth. That is why this partnership is not just about the sponsorship; it’s about standing beside young people as they chase their goals on the field and in life.”

Bridgmohan explained that over the next few months, from April to October, more than 72 schools will take part in more than 100 matches across the province. This presents more than 100 opportunities for youth to excel, communities to unite and talent to be identified.

“It’s going to be a season of energy, excitement and unforgettable moments, and Mancosa is honoured to be part of every step, every goal, every celebration,” Bridgmohan enthused.

“From Mancosa, here’s to bold dreams, top-corner goals and a future that is always in play.”

Coastal A League 

Port Shepstone High School is at the forefront of the Coastal A League following their impressive performance against Empangeni High School at Queensburgh High School.

Empangeni, which secured its promotion from the Coastal B League to the Coastal A League for the 2024 season, faced a challenging start in their first match of the season, losing 0-4 to Port Shepstone, thereby providing PSHS with a solid foundation for the season ahead.

Northwood School started their season on an equally challenging note, suffering a 1-2 defeat against Hillcrest High School, while Westville Boys’ High School secured a victory in their opening match against Bechet High School, winning 1-0 and earning three points.

The reigning champions of the Coastal A League, Glenwood High School, continued their success into the 2025 season, securing a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Pinetown Boys’ High at Queensburgh High School. The Pinetown Boys displayed remarkable resilience, putting up a strong fight even as they faced defeat against Glenwood. However, three crucial goals by Aphelele Magwaza, Ukwazi Dludla and Bandile Mbatha secured a vital victory for Glenwood in their season opener.

Inland A League 

The opening day of the Mancosa KZNHSFA saw no goals scored in the Inland B League, with Carter High School, the reigning champions, and Maritzburg College, the competition’s runners-up, headlining the Inland B league fixtures.

At Barns Field, where Maritzburg College faced their long-standing rival amidst rainy conditions in the capital, the match concluded with a 0-0 draw.

Edendale Technical High School, which earned promotion from the Inland B League to the Inland A League in 2024, launched their campaign against Linpark High School with a 0-0 draw, with both teams earning a point.

Similarly, Alexandra High School‘s encounter with Newtown and the final match of the day, between Haythorne Secondary School and Ixopo Secondary School, both ended in a 0-0 stalemate.

Coastal A results

Westville Boys’ High School 1-0 Bechet
Hillcrest High School 2-1 Northwood School
Port Shepstone 4-0 Empangeni High School
Glenwood High School 3-2 Pinetown Boys’ High

Inland B results

Maritzburg College 0-0 Carter High School
Alexandra High School 0-0 Newtown
Edendale Technical High School 0-0 Linpark High School
Haythorne Secondary School 0-0 Ixopo Secondary School

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