SuperSport Schools Podcast

The Olympics is just around the corner. Beaulieu College's Paris-Gail Isaacs is representing SA in the national women's hockey team. Discover how she made the leap from school to country and how she is preparing for the Games in Paris. Catch new episodes of the SuperSport Schools Podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website

She is an U18 record holder, she was in the Class of 2023, and she is only 16 years old. Discover the inspiring story of SA's exciting young hurdler, Tumi Ramokgopa. Catch new episodes of the podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website

Xhanti "Mr Scrumptious" Pakamile from Selborne and Qhayiya "Massive" Tokota from Dale have been making their mark on rugby as voices of the future. Alex unpacks their stories and hears what their plans are for the future before a special Selborne-Dale Derby Quiz. Catch new episodes of the SuperSport Schools podcast every Sunday at 6pm on SuperSport Schools DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website

Over the past 6 months Rea Phume has represented 4 national hockey teams, an unprecedented feat. We uncover the extraordinary journey of this young sensation, as she navigates matric, captaining her First XI, and national responsibilities. Podcast Website

The first SA cricket team in a World Cup Final. The first SA football time in a World Cup knock-out. Women's sport is booming. And on SuperSport Schools the action has been non-stop. Operations Manager, Bridget Kee, talks to Alex about this exciting new sporting chapter. The SuperSport Schools Podcast airs new episodes every Sunday at 6pm. Watch them live on DSTV Channel 216. Podcast Website

The SuperSport Schools Podcast now airs every Sunday at 6pm on DSTV Channel 216. Alex and Tim are joined by SA National Women's Hockey player Taheera Augousti and U18 National Squad Manager Pearl Mashego. The panel unpacks the state of school hockey and discusses pathways to success. Podcast Website

The SuperSport Schools podcast airs every Sunday at 6pm on DSTV Channel 216. Alex is on location at the 2024 Absa Wildeklawer Tournament. He is joined by players from the UK and NZ to discuss the thrill and challenges of facing off against top South African rugby teams. Discover what makes these matches uniquely demanding, competitive, and ultimately very special. Podcast Website

"This is it South Africa. This is it." Matthew Pearce joins the show to discuss the state of school rugby and the art of commentary. As one of the most recognisable voices in the game, Matt brings a wealth of insights to inspire the next generation. Podcast Website

Catch new episodes of the podcast, now every Sunday at 6pm. South Africa is riding the wave of an eSports revolution. ACGL's Nicholas Holden joins Alex to explore the burgeoning scene, its challenges, and how the industry is overcoming the high barriers to entry. eSports is here to stay. Podcast Website

Discover the enduring legacy of Ros Howell, a legendary figure at St. Mary's Waverly and a trailblazer in South African hockey. With nearly four decades of coaching experience, her influence continues to inspire girls nationwide. Podcast Website

Wildeklawer, the nation's premier rugby festival, draws thousands to a bustling Kimberly each May. Join us as we anticipate the upcoming spectacle, delving into its unparalleled influence and spotlighting the players to watch. Podcast Website

The football landscape is changing for the better across South Africa. Learn how one initiative powered by Spur is making its mark for young footballers in Cape Town. Podcast Website

Alex is joined by Joshua Bruyns, a UK-based athlete representing South Africa in speed climbing at this year's Olympics in Paris. Discover the precision, agility, and relentless drive demanded by this exhilarating sport. Podcast Website

We are in the middle of some of the most exhilarating weeks of school sport on the calendar! Alex, Tim, and Taheera present their top stories from the past week and discuss the festivals to come. Podcast Website

Alex hosts a panel featuring Pieter Cronje (Affies), Werner Venter (NMI Toyota) and Spoed Smith (SuperSport Schools) to discuss Noord/Suid 2024. The panel discuss what sets the festival apart and what they are most looking forward to this year. Captains and coaches from KES and Jeppe add their views, before Pieter and Werner go head to head in the Quiz. Podcast Website

Steve Evans, Olympic veteran, reflects on his journey from spectator to athlete, representing SA in hockey at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. In conversation with Alex, they delve into the challenges and aspirations for South Africa's hockey and Olympic future. Podcast Website

An inductee of the Class of 2023, Shandre Campbell is a fiery young talent for SuperSport United! He made playing professionally for his club in his matric year by scoring some incredible goals. In this episode of the pod Alex finds out where it all started for Shandre and what his plans are for the future. Shandre also has a go at the quiz. Podcast Website

All roads lead to Paris 2024! In this episode Alex is joined by Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz. During the hour-long special the pair discuss Caitlin’s achievements and what it will take for our future Olympians to make it to the top. https://linktr.ee/ssspod Podcast Website

Alex and Tim are joined by John Quinlan, the designer of cricket’s new armoured gloves. Why do they work? Who is using them? We find out. The gloves are also put to the test with a hammer, bat, and bowling machine. New episodes of the show air every Wednesday at 7pm on SuperSport Schools channel 216 and are immediately available to listen to on your favourite podcast app or watch on DSTV Stream an...

We knew it was going to happen - the tackle height has been lowered to the sternum for the community game in South Africa. To help debunk the myths and find out exactly why we have got to this point, Tim and I chat to Dr Ross Tucker - one of the leading World Rugby Head Injury researchers. We also explain exactly how the new laws will be applied in South Africa and what is now required from ball c...

Get ready for an exhilarating season finale as the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz determines its 2023 champion! Alex White hosts Eunice’s national hockey sensation, Taheera Augousti, the school sport encyclopaedia Hannes Nienaber, and pod co-host Tim Muthama. In this special New Year celebration episode, our trio goes head-to-head in a thrilling quiz covering a spectrum of sports – from cricket a...

It's a topic that is talked about often. But when it comes to action; that is easier said than done. In this episode we discuss mental health in school sport. Alex and Tim are joined by Duncan Woods, a former national water polo player and coach. He is heavily involved in sport and lends a particular focus to mental health. The trio discuss the pressures facing school athletes, how school sport ca...

This week Itumeleng Banda is back to host the show. She is joined by SA Junior Rower, Daniela Price-Hughes and SA National Coach, Caitlin Dace. The trio discuss rowing, its growth over recent years, and they look ahead to the 2023 Standard Bank Boat Race in Port Alfred. 📺🎧 https://linktr.ee/ssspod Podcast Website

Yashil Modi was awarded FIDE Master status when he was just eight years old. From Grade 8 to 12 he was St John's first chess player, and in his entire high school career he only lost one match (back in Grade 8). Now having just finished writing his final matric exams, Yashil sits down with Alex to discuss chess, how he improves his mental stamina and what the future holds for such a gifted player....

This week Alex hands the mic to Itumeleng Banda to dive into a conversation about the Gauteng Development League, its teams and future. As the resident SuperSport Schools’ GDL expert, Itumeleng is then put to the test in the Quiz! 📺🎧 https://linktr.ee/ssspod Podcast Website