TILL NEXT YEAR (2014)

2013 has been a great year for Hunt Road Sports, the learners had a chance to play against other schools and that was a great experience for me and the learners. We didn't play as many games as we wanted to, I'm doing my best to get more games for 2014 as it will create more opportunities  for the learners and they will gain experience.

 

Thanks for the support you gave me on this blog, I didn't expect so many views in the first year, I plan to make it bigger next year and the learners can use it as a platform to launch their careers.

 Have A Great Festive Season and Happy Holidays.

TILL NEXT YEAR!!! 

ITS EXAM TIME

                                                             Madi Nkosi

  This week I met under 16 soccer captain Monde Ndelu and Siphesihle "Madi" Nkosi, the                                                              assisstant coach.                                  

                                                          Monde Ndelu

 They don't wish for the  year to end as they enjoy playing for the school, They told me that in 2013 they had good and bad times but nothing can kill the love of soccer in their hearts. " We are lucky as we are still doing grade 10, that means two more years of soccer at school".

Our dream is to Win the Motsepe Cup in 2014 and to play more cup games so that the soccer scouts can spot us. We would like to play for popular soccer teams in South Africa.

"We might even play in Europe one day, who knows? WATCH THIS SPACE !!!"

War against crime

This week I met Zolile Mkhwanazi a  grade 12 learner and a peer leader at Hunt Road Secondary. He is one of the learners who works closely with the police at Umbilo police station under the supervision of Sergeant Manqele. Umbilo Police Station has introduced a youth desk where learners from local schools can share some ideas on how to prevent and fight drug abuse and crime in schools.
Learners have realized that cops are not enemies but they want to protect children and the community and they can't do that without the support of the South African citizens.

You're doing a great job Zolile and you're already looking like a cop. Keep up the good work !!!

HERITAGE CELEBRATION IN SOUTH AFRICA

Its time to remember our cultures and identities in this "Rainbow Nation" We remember our past and where we come from,

                         
                              time to remind people to stop children and women abuse,



we also remember South African citizens in hospitals, behind bars,orphans and kids in  children's  homes, who can't celebrate with us.


We salute all the heroes who fought for this freedom, who worked very hard to unite all South Africans.

HERITAGE CELEBRATION IN SOUTH AFRICA

 Learners in action 

Heritage Day or Erfenisdag (Afrkaans) is a South African Public Holiday celebrated on 24 September. On this day .South Africans are encouraged to celebrate their culture and diversity of their beliefs and tradition in the wider context of a nation that belongs to all its people.

Learners are also encouraged to celebrate this day to know their identity. They come to  school  dressed up in their tradition attires, sing and dance. In  KwaZulu-Natal  24 September was known as Shaka Day in commemoration of the Zulu King, Shaka who played an important role in uniting Zulu clans into cohesive nation.

When South Africans celebrate the diverse cultural heritage, that makes up a "Rainbow Nation", it is the day to celebrate the contribution of all South Africans to the building of South Africa.

On this day Learners will remember many contributions that make up the population of South Africa.

HUNT ROAD RAP AND DANCE GROUP (MAINIAX CREW)

The group released their track named "LEVEL UP"on 13 September 2013 at 20:00. The group is back at it again , be on the lookout.
If you haven't downloaded the track please do it now !!!!Maniax crew  Level Up (prod by Neo)

@Mainiax031

SEPTEMBER CONTROL TEST

Sphesihle Khumalo and Andile Nkala

"OOPS, SORRY MAAM, CAN'T TALK NOW"

It's September Control Test time, learners work very hard as it is now towards the end of the year , one more exam and they will move to the next grade. Today I met Sphesihle Khumalo and Andile Nkala , grade 8 learners who were writing their mathematics paper. Its unbelievable that we met in January 2013(this year) joining High School is challenging as they give up their fantastic life of being senior learners in primary school but they adjusted well and now they are already paving their way to grade 9.

Sphesihle Khumalo ( Thumbs UP for Math Assessment)

Spheshle says: " Today I wrote my favourite subject, math. The paper was not difficult It was preparation  for the final exam can't wait to be in grade 9 next year, 2014"

HUNT ROAD SECONDARY DANCE GROUP

Mainiax Crew

If you think you can dance, you haven't met Hunt Road Secondary Dance Group and Friends. They are Tervin Campbell "Kiizo", Lunga Khumalo "Phonix",  Ayanda Qhatshana "Kameo", Sphesihle Zondi "Sliq- Fresh", and Kutu Mkhize "Duplex".  

 The Crew says "We are just a group of crazy friends with a clear vision and we see that the majority of today's idols have a very wicked and traumatising educational skeem (with very restrictive  messages) that are not for the youth and kids.

Our main plan as a crew is to basically educate about the right/ appropriate things in life. Inspire people to have a brighter / clearer vision for the future , we do all this through music/ on a beat since everybody in the world has a certain percentage of passion in music and entertainment.
So as a Crazy Crew of 5, we simply here (industry) to go M.A.D. and not just MAD as in acting stupid and dumb. M.A.D. as in( Make A Difference) "

 @Mainiax 031 # Team-Mainiax                                # Hunt Road Talent !!!


                                                                                         

LIBRARIES AND HERITAGE SPELLING BEE COMPETITION

There is a very interesting young girl in my class this year, her name is Natasja Ludidi. During my lesson she would hide her book under my Social Science Textbook, I always acted as if i didn't see her book until they wrote my first test in which she got the highest mark, She really surprised me and I decided not to worry her.


In August 2013 The Reaching Out Libraries Development organised a competition called "Libraries and Heritage Spelling Bee Competition" at Westville Civic Centre in Durban. Assisted by Mrs R. Reddy her English Educator ,Natasja entered the competition. She competed against 30 contestants from 10 districts and she came in second place, in the first round of the competition. She feels very proud of herself as she won a voucher of stationery kit, a medal and a certificate. On 2 September which was the last round of the competition ,she made it to 8th place. " She says I was a bit disappointed but I did very well and I would like to thank my teacher ,the school and the Department of Education and Culture for this opportunity"
                                 
                                                          CONGRATULATIONS NATASJA!!!

HUNT ROAD SECONDARY TALENT

Hunt Road Secondary has got a lot of talented learners, This week I interviewed two Matric learners for my blog.

Nhlanhla Shelembe (17)
Captain of the first soccer team is one of the most talented players in the school. In 2012 he won the award of best player and the best defender of the season. He also assisted the team in a number of ways including coaching.
Although the school is under resourced Nhlanhla is a committed and dedicated player, some of the moments that inspired and motivated him was when he played in the Metropolitan Cup and Motsepe Cup. "One of the greatest  moments was when Mark Davis (The former Captain Of Manning Rangers) visited the school to coach us" Says Nhlanhla.

Nhlanhla and Mark Davis

"2013 was not a great year for football as we didn't play the league matches due to problems in our association, but I will miss school my teammates were like family, I wish all the best and great year of football in 2014, I've played well alongside Madi Hebeshe, Mkhelele and Nkomo."

Luthando Gumede (17)
The President of the RCL. A long jumper says he would have liked to see more sports at Hunt Road being introduced but the school is very small ,there are no grounds but Hunt Road learners never miss opportunities ,they use whatever resources that are available. "This is my last year at Hunt Road secondary but I would like the school to be developed so that learners can show their talent , I would like to see some learners in the national teams in the future "

WESTVILLE CORRECTIONAL SERVICES WOMEN'S MONTH CELEBRATION

Hunt Road Secondary School was invited by Westville Correctional Services to join them as they were celebrating Women's month. KwaMakhutha High School and Ndongeni primary school were also invited. The aim of this celebration was to make the community and the learners understand that "Women behind bars" are still mothers and they need support from their families and the community.

Mrs Dlamini ,the organiser welcomed all the guests including Jabu Mbongwa ,the Councillor at Westville and Victor Xaba from Izwi Lo Mzansi Radio Station. Kwa Makhutha High School learners entertained the ladies by singing, dancing and acting to show mothers behind bars that everyone deserves a second chance and that women are pillars of this society.

Andile Shangase a grade 11 learner from KwaMakhutha High danced for the Ladies.

The ladies behind bars showed the community that they are full of great ideas and they are talented. They sang and danced and they designed dressed from plastic, sweet wraps, packets of chips and other items they use in prison. They seem ready to be integrated to the community and to reduce chances that they will re-offend. They were full of life and joy despite the challenges they face.
Learners were warned about substance abuse and crime. it was emphasized that prison is a dangerous place, they should focus on education and strive towards making South Africa a crime free country.
As educators we have a great challenge of preventing and reducing crime by assisting our youth to overcome crime and make right choices.

                             

 Duma Nokwanda, Ngobe Nomvula and Mvelase Sphephelo grade 8 learners at Hunt Road Secondary say:

"WE LOVE YOU WOMEN BEHIND BARS" 

WEST RIDGE HIGH U-15 SOCCER TOURNAMENT

24-08-2013- Mr. Nzama and Mr D. Pillay educators at West Ridge High School in Durban, hosted U-15 soccer tournament.Their aim was to give young players an opportunity to participate in tournaments as the chance is always given to senior players.It was awesome as the boys enjoyed interacting with other schools. Its hard work but this is a crucial stage where we see pure talent in soccer.
5 schools who participated were Bonela High School,Brettenwood High School,Hunt Road Secondary, Sastri College and West Ridge High School.

Each School played 4 matches and 3 points were awarded for a win, this gave the boys a chance to play 4 matches which gave everyone an opportunity to participate.

                             FIXTURES and SCORES
 
    1.     Hunt Road       vs      Brettenwood High School
                 1                -                  0

     2.   Sastri College    vs     Bonela High
               0                  -                 1

     3.   West Ridge       vs     Brettewood High
               2                  -               0

      4.  Hunt Road Sec   vs      Sastri College
               1               -                 1

      5.  Bonela  High       vs       Westridge
               2                -                 0

       6.  Sastri College     vs    Brettenwood High School
              1                  -                1

       7.  Hunt Road Sec   vs   Bonela
              0                  -                3

       8.  Bonela High       vs     Brettenwood High
                3                    -           0

       9. Hunt Road Sec    vs       West Ridge
                 0                  -           2

   Bonela High School won all the matches and they walked away with the trophy.
 
Hunt Road Secondary got 4 points and the goals scorers were Njabulo Ngcobo and Aphiwe Mkhize who scored against Brettemwood and Sastri College,

                                                Njabulo Ngcobo in the middle

 Njabulo Ngcobo  was named the man of the match, he is a very talented young player who was among the junior players who were selected by Durban Central Municipality to travel to South Korea in  2012.

I am really proud of my players ,although they do not have a soccer field they work hard and their coaches Malusi Mthembu and Sphesihle Ngwenya who are also learners at Hunt Road Secondary display great talent in coaching: Congratulations Boys!!

 I really appreciate the opportunity that was given to us by Mr.Nzama and Mr. Pillay. We are looking forward to the next tournament.

West Ridge High School U-15 Soccer Tornament

24 August 2013 - Hunt Road Secondary School U-15 soccer team will be participating in the West Ridge High School Tournament, The Team's coaches Malusi Mthembu and 'Sphe' who are doing grade 10 say they are looking forward to the upcoming challenge. The players want to make it to the knockout stages of the tournament,' All The Best Under 15 '

Metropolitan SASFA U-16 Cup (Cato Manor Sports Field)

The SASFA Metropolitan league caters for the U-16 group in all high and secondary schools in South Africa. It ensures that professional development of players begins where it counts, as early as possible. Hunt Road registered for the first time in 2012, it was a great opportunity for them to play against different school and we made it to the quarter finals in the region.

This year the team didn't perform well, but enjoyed the participating and interacting with the other schools.

The team missed a lot of opportunities but at least managed to score 2 goals by Kwanele Ndlela and Pungwe Nemba. 

We are looking forward to a more successful year of football in 2014.

Introduction

Hello everyone!

I would like to start this blog with a small introduction of who I am and what I'll be posting here.

I am a teacher at Hunt Road Secondary School which is located in Durban South Africa.
When I started teaching at Hunt Road the pupils didn't participate in any extra curricular activities, so I saw it as my duty to introduce sports to the school. The pupils were excited and responded well to the idea. This is our second year now with  organized sports teams and the pupils are doing well in the local leagues.
On this blog I will be posting match day summaries, league standing, milestones reached and anything to do with the school and sports.

Special Thanks to:
Sibongiseni Dlamini who volunteered to coach the soccer teams.
Nomndeni Nkosi who volunteered to coach the netball teams.
"We Are Durban" who sponsored us with sports kits.
Mrs Funnel and Mr Mcdonald
Mr Mwandla the school Principal who has supported this quest.

"A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever." - Mary Lou Retto