UWC ready to defend Varsity Football Women’s title with several talented new players

As the new Varsity Football Women's season gets underway on 5 September, UWC has vowed to showcase fresh talent, with the Bellville-based side aiming to defend their title in the 2025 edition of the tournament.

Thinasonke Mbuli’s side boasts a promising roster, packed with several exciting new talents expected to make a significant impact as the tournament approaches.

“We have a new group of young players, new players that have never played Varsity Football before, we want them to write their story and create their own history, with no pressure,” said Mbuli.

The defending champions are renowned for their ruthless and strong performances in crucial matches. Mbuli emphasized that, although her side hasn’t had much time to prepare, she is confident they have what it takes to defend their title.

“Unfortunately, as a team we didn’t have time to prepare separately for the tournament, so we have used the league games for that to sharpen our skills and be fit and ready for the tournament. So, the team is okay and in good state of mind and ready for Friday,” she said.

Mbuli says that even though her side has already won back-to-back titles, their goal this season is to once again challenge for and defend their crown.

“This is for the newcomers, I really want them to do well, because they are coming from our 2nd & 3rd team,” she said.

“Players love this tournament, it’s a platform where they get exposure, so obviously they are excited that it’s that time of the year.”

UWC Provisional Squad

Siphesihle Dlamini, Asemahle Diniso, Akholiwe Matsotsi, Lelam Jeyi, Tiffany Kortjie, Faith Maswanganyi, Thembelihle Zulu, Bandile Mthethwa, Unathi Simayile, Nwabisa Qoba, Fikile Magama, Zikhona Nogqala, Robyn-Lee Williams, Kearah Gentry, Chelsea Daniel, Mmabatho Mogale, Thandeka Ngcobo.

Fixtures: HERE

Tickets: HERE