Sir Lowry’s Pass Village FC, a community-based football club with a growing reputation, has been making waves in the Helderberg LFA.
The team is made up of at least two small teams. One was founded in 2019 as a social club under the leadership of Girshwin Pietersen, and mostly played tournaments or weekend games. The other, formerly known as Riverside FC, was coached by Danzel Mc Donald.
But last year the two came together and pitched the idea of amalgamate the teams under the banner of Sir Lowry’s Pass FC and evolve into a competitive force on the local football scene by joining the Helderberg Local Football Association league.
This process was successful, their having joined the Helderberg LFA in 2023. The club’s decision to participate in the league was a significant step forward, providing its players with the opportunity to compete at a higher level.
“Joining the Helderberg LFA has been a great experience for our club,” said Pietersen, the team manager.
“It has given our players the chance to test themselves against some of the best teams in the region.”
Under the guidance of experienced coach Mc Donald, the Sir Lowry’s Pass Village FC squad has shown impressive growth and development. The team’s performances on the field have been promising, and they are currently in contention for promotion to the Super League in the upcoming season.
“We have a very talented squad,” Mc Donald said. “We’re still working on building the club and its structure, but we’ve been getting results. We’re confident that we can achieve our goals.”
Despite their success, Sir Lowry’s Pass Village FC faces several challenges. The club is self-funded and relies on the support of the community to continue its operations. They are in need of more players, volunteers, equipment and resources to ensure the club’s long-term sustainability.
“We need more people to get involved and help us grow,” Pietersen said. “We’re always looking for new players and volunteers to join our team.”
The club’s long-term goal is to join the Tygerberg Football Association, a larger and more competitive league. To achieve this they need to continue developing their players and building a strong foundation for the future.
“We’re excited about what the future holds for Sir Lowry’s Pass Village FC,” Mc Donald said. “With the support of our community, we believe we can achieve great things.”
. To get in touch with the club, contact 084 412 8426.
