Wits determined to make playoffs in Varsity Football Women 2025

Wits is ready to take on the Varsity Women’s Football 2025 competition and make a statement, with a renewed sense of ambition and a focus on growth. After a challenging 2024 season where the Educated Footballers failed to win any of their group stage games, they're determined to bounce back and make a stronger impression this year.

With a new mindset and strategies in place, the team is focused on growth, fun, and showcasing their talent under the leadership of captain Nthabiseng Ramaise and vice-captain Lusanda Juice Nyathi.

According to coach Sphesihle Ngalmane, preparations are going well, with the team working towards achieving a well-balanced squad.

"Preparations are going well, we can't complain. We have been working on the team as a whole since we are looking to have a well-balanced team. We want to do better than last year and get out of the group stages." said Ngalmane.

Ngalmane kept the team's new additions under wraps, preferring to let the players make an impact on the field.

"I expect my girls to have fun and showcase their talents. I expect to see growth in the team. It's a surprise, just enjoy the show. I expect my players to rise to the occasion."

Pitted in Group B alongside CPUT, NWU, and UJ, the team faces a tough challenge, including the highly anticipated Joburg derby against UJ. However, Ngalmane emphasizes a one-game-at-a-time approach and focuses on the opening game

"We'll just take one game at a time for now, our focus is to win our first game against CPUT,” concluded Ngalmane.

Wits Provisional Squad

Bridgette Moekwa, Boitumelo Matua, Katlego Mahlatsi, Nthabiseng Ramaisa, Lusanda Nyathi, Thalente Ntshiza, Amogelang Rachelapa, Beyonce Van Wyk, Thalente Ntamane, Bacebile Ngema, Siphesihle Nkosi, Elona Ncumeza, Naatheriah Hendricks, Primrose Kopeka, Imaan Ahmed, Nkwe Matlala, Aliyaah Allie, Boitumelo Nelly Tebele, Lenees Wattie, Molatelo Mothiba, Nokubonga Khumalo, Ayanda Mnyembane, Imaan Parker, Abongile Masondo.

Fixtures: HERE

Tickets: HERE

By: Andisiwe Sigoxo