SA women's hockey team shines on the field but battles funding off it

from Kaya 959 · host Phemelo Motene

South African hockey player Onthatile "Thati" Zulu has lifted the lid on the financial strain facing the national women's team, revealing that players often have to fund their own World Cup preparations through sponsorships, crowdfunding and personal contributions. Her open letter has reignited the debate around funding for under-supported sports. Phemelo speaks to South African Women's Hockey Team Head Coach Inky Zondi and SA Hockey Association CEO Phikolomzi Mbuqe. www.kaya959.co.za · Kayafm

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