Following the conclusion of the Western Cape leg of the Engen Knockout Challenge, renowned youth football coach Thabo Senong, serving as an ambassador, shared his insights on the impressive coaching acumen and trends seen in the Cape Town edition.
Senong, who is travelling with Engen across the country as part of his ambassadorial role of guiding and mentoring young coaches at the tournament heaped praise on the exceptional coaching displayed by the young tacticians so far.
““I was deeply impressed by the strategic acumen and leadership displayed by the coaches. Their ability to adapt tactics, motivate players, and make decisive decisions under pressure was truly commendable”, said an impressed Senong.
The former Bafana Bafana Assistant coach and U-20 Men’s head coach also heaped praise on the women’s section of the competition.
“I was thoroughly impressed with the ladies’ football teams. Their conditioning was exceptional, and they displayed incredible mobility and lightness on the field”, he said.
Commenting on the final of the boys section, the coach highlighted the coaches’ ability to adapt to situations while also using the players’ talent to their respective advantage.
“Both Stellenbosch FC and Cape Town City demonstrated remarkable cohesion as teams, executing their tactics with precision. Additionally, their players showcased remarkable individual skills that contributed to their teams’ success. The tournament provided a platform for coaches and players to showcase their tactical brilliance. It was inspiring to witness the strategic depth and innovation displayed by teams across the board”, concluded Senong.
