In a heartfelt plea, JDR Stars chairman and coach Nditsheni Nemasisi have called upon South African corporate entities to elevate the standards of the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
Despite the league’s competitiveness, financial challenges have hampered many teams, prompting Nemasisi to seek increased support from big companies to bolster the growth of football in South Africa.
Financial Struggles Plague SA Second-Tier League: JDR Stars Chairman Calls for Corporate Investment
The South African second-tier league faces significant financial hurdles, with numerous teams grappling with limited financial resources.
Nditsheni Nemasisi, chairman and coach of JDR Stars, emphasizes the financial strain on club owners who often dig deep into their pockets to sustain effective club operations.
The existing PSL grant of R500,000, primarily allocated for salaries, falls short of addressing the broader financial needs of the teams.
Motsepe Foundation Championship in Need: JDR Stars Chairman Advocates Corporate Backing
Addressing the challenges head-on, Nemasisi specifically calls on big companies to invest in football, highlighting the vital role the Motsepe Foundation Championship plays in nurturing talent.
The chairman expresses a collective wish for improved sponsorship and increased corporate investment in the league, emphasizing its pivotal role in nurturing football talent that contributes to the nation’s soccer landscape.
Nemasisi’s Plea: Corporate Investment Crucial for Advancing Motsepe Foundation Championship
Nditsheni Nemasisi underscores the importance of corporate involvement in football, stressing that investing in the Motsepe Foundation Championship will significantly contribute to South Africa’s football development.
Acknowledging football’s historical disadvantages, he urges corporates to play a more substantial role not only in the second-tier league but also in grassroots football, where raw talent emerges, emphasizing the need for financial support to unlock the nation’s football potential.
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