Banyana’s world cup success a game changer for women’s sport
The Polokwane Review approached girls in sport from Capricorn High School, Noorderland High School and PEPPS to find out whether the success of Banyana Banyana will open more doors of opportunity for sportswomen in South Africa.
Miranda Chauke
POLOKWANE – Banyana Banyana made history at the Fifa Women’s World Cup with a 3-2 win against Italy. Not only was the win South Africa’s first World Cup win, Banyana Banyana also became the first South African team to reach the knockout stage for the very first time.
The win was met with great excitement and reverence from the country and signified a change is women’s sport.
The Polokwane Review approached girls in sport from Capricorn High School, Noorderland High School and PEPPS to find out whether the success of Banyana Banyana will open more doors of opportunity for sportswomen in South Africa.