Neasmy Academy of Sports was recently promoted to the Hollywood Joburg Men’s Regional League, and they are tightening their squad to achieve their goals.
The team might have found the missing piece in their midfield in the form of Ernest ‘Scooter’ Ngobeni, a 22-year-old player who has joined the team with a bang.
Scooter has been exceptional for the Midrand side, and his contribution has helped the team achieve a three-game winning streak, a first since their promotion.
He plays multiple positions, including right centre-back, right full-back, and central defensive midfielder, and he executes each of these roles with precision.
His aggressive marking, ball recoveries, and chance creations in the midfield have been outstanding, and he is a force to be reckoned with on the field.
When asked about his skills, Scooter confidently said, “My gameplay has improved significantly over the years and I am now more comfortable on the ball. I create spaces to receive the ball freely and my awareness of my space on the field, scanning and movement on and off the ball, and blind tackles have improved my overall performance.”
Scooter joined Neasm last year after spending two years at FC Ambassador. He has quickly become an integral player in the team as they aim to finish in the top five and maintain their league status. With new players joining the team, Scooter sees every chance on the field as an opportunity to prove his worth.
His ultimate dream is to play professional football at the highest level, including in the PSL and top leagues overseas, and he is determined to achieve his goal.
“I aspire to surpass the level of players like Miguel Timm and Rodrigo Hernández Cascante.”
Scooter believes that a healthy lifestyle is advantageous, and he advises others to be careful of what they eat or drink, who they hang out with, and what they watch or listen to.
He feels that investing time and money in things related to your career and surrounding yourself with like-minded people is crucial to achieving your dreams.
Scooter believes that fitness plays a significant role in building confidence, essential for success in any sport.
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