Kwa-Thema – 2021 has been a good year for Ace Auto Ayoba Football Academy with big wins all round.
The u-11 team won the Springs Local Football League while the u-19 team made it into the SAFA SAB League.
The u-11 team has technically won the league even though they still have three games remaining, leading the second team on the scoreboard with 15 points.
Their success comes with having played 25 games, winning 24 and playing once to a draw.
The u-19 team played 18 games, won 17 and only lost one game.
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During a small ceremony recently held at Kwa-Thema Stadium with proud parents in attendance, both teams received medals and travelling gear.
Team coach Zebulon Mutle said he is happy to see that the hard work they put in is paying off through tangible results.
“Our next big win has to be for the u-19 to make it into the Motsepe League and to see more of our players being absorbed by big teams.
“All these achievements wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for the technical team, players and parents who are always ready to help when we need their support,” he said.
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Team co-founder Alan Levin added that this is one of the biggest achievements for the team.
“It warms my heart that these young players are kept off the streets and dedicated to the sports.
“I decided to join the team management 11 years ago as a main sponsor because I saw the potential these young players have and to help make a difference.
“All the sacrifices have paid off through the years and I am proud of the team,” he added.
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