{"id":44157,"date":"2024-11-26T08:00:22","date_gmt":"2024-11-26T06:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/soccer-grannies-take-pinelands-by-storm-20241126\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T23:10:06","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T21:10:06","slug":"soccer-grannies-take-pinelands-by-storm-20241126","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/novanews.co.za\/peoplespost\/soccer-grannies-take-pinelands-by-storm-20241126\/","title":{"rendered":"Soccer Grannies take Pinelands by storm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Soccer Grannies, a group of women aged 50+, launched their initiative in Pinelands to promote wellness, unity, and empowerment. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Their programme encourages health, fitness, and camaraderie, inviting all women to join. <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>With plans for local tournaments and community events, they are breaking barriers and inspiring senior women across South Africa.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>In the heart of Pinelands, a group of vibrant and determined women is redefining aging with grace and vitality, on a mission to promote wellness, unity, and the spirit of ubuntu. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They call themselves the Soccer Grannies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On Sunday 17 November, this dynamic group launched their initiative at the Thornton Sports Club, hosting an event filled with joy, community spirit and inspiration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Comprising women aged 50 and above, the Soccer Grannies aim to prove that age is just a number when it comes to health, fitness, and camaraderie. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is more than soccer,\u201d said key figure Marietta Hopley. \u201cIt\u2019s about building friendships, staying active and showing the world that senior women are unstoppable.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The launch event featured a lineup of guests. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deputy Minister of Social Development Ganief Hendricks delivered a heartfelt keynote address, praising the Soccer Grannies for their innovative programme. \u201cThis initiative is a shining example of community-driven empowerment and wellness,\u201d he said, urging communities across the country to replicate such efforts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding a touch of sporting history to the occasion was former Orlando Pirates soccer star Gora Ebrahim. His words of encouragement resonated with the group as he declared: \u201cThe beautiful game belongs to everyone. You are breaking barriers and showing younger generations what determination looks like.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-of-community\">Best of community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ward 53 councillor Riad Davids also voiced his support, committing to securing facilities for the grannies to train and gather. \u201cThe Soccer Grannies represent the best of our community,\u201d Davids said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pinelands Soccer Grannies extend an open invitation to all women aged 50 and above to join their movement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether single, divorced, widowed or married seasoned soccer players or complete beginners all are welcome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis is about breaking barriers and creating a safe, supportive space for women to thrive,\u201d Hopley explained. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With plans to compete in local tournaments, host community events, and advocate for healthy living, the Soccer Grannies are more than a team, they\u2019re a movement. 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