Excitement among locals as Nike SHAPA Soweto reopens
Located in Klipspruit, The multi-purpose sports centre returns with a fresh new look and a string of jaw-dropping upgrades and features.
After closing its doors for refurbishments and upgrades in September last year, the Nike Football Training Centre, under its new name SHAPA Soweto, is finally ready to welcome Sowetans back to the facility.
“Nike is excited to invite Soweto to play at their new sports facility, SHAPA Soweto with the aim of inspiring and empowering the next generation of athletes,” Nike said on Monday.
Located in Klipspruit, The multi-purpose sports centre returns with a fresh new look and a string of jaw-dropping upgrades and features that include a new 400m running track, a dance and training studio, two FIFA-accredited football fields, as well as two small-sided fields.
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A key component Nike said was to provide a space that would allow female athletes to participate in various sporting codes. Soweto Fabulous and South Africa Under 20 women’s football player, Ayesha Moosa said she was excited to return to the facility.
“The previous centre was already impressive in my opinion but from the photos I’ve seen, the new one is simply amazing and I’m really looking forward to getting back on the pitch. I think the new upgrades will also allow kids that play other sports besides soccer to come and play at a world-class facility,” she said.
Another feature that’s created a buzz is the new skate park. Pimville skateboarder Karabo Bala said it was great that skateboarding was coming to the township.
“We have really struggled with skate parks in Soweto. We normally just end up skating on the road which can be dangerous. It’s good that skating is now being introduced and taken seriously in a township like Soweto. I can’t wait to get started!” he said.
The centre will also rope in the support of various sporting athletes, choreographers, trainers and local coaches.
You can sign up to play at Shapa Soweto by visiting the website: www.shapasoweto.co.za
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