Westonaria resident recognised at Gauteng Women in Sports Awards
Masedi Herman who does voluntary work by developing the youth through sports was honoured at the recent Gauteng Women in Sports Awards.
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Westonaria resident Masedi Herman has made a name for herself after being awarded the Volunteer of the Year 2023 at the Gauteng Women in Sports Awards.
This was the second time in a row that Masedi has achieved the feat and was she thrilled that her work is finally getting the recognition that it deserves. The awards were hosted by Futballing Girls NPO at the Kyalami Country Club in Midrand on Saturday, March 4.
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“I chose to volunteer in my community for four years where I was grooming, mentoring, and supporting young girls through netball. Little did I know that someone will recognise the efforts and energy that I put into my work. I voluntarily worked under the Department of Sports, Arts, Culture, and Recreation hosting the Community Games which are better known as Easter Tournaments annually in my community of Greater Westonaria.
“My love and passion for sports made me content with serving my community even if I was not getting compensation throughout the four years.
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“Finally, my work has been recognised and to me, it is an answered prayer that motivates me to do more. I will continue to develop the youth through sports in Greater Westonaria,” said Masedi.
She added that this year marks five years in the sports industry as a netball coach and sports event organiser.