Meet the Team Behind the Vision
At Blues Sports Academy, we care as much as you do. Our team is here to guide and grow your child with expertise, passion, and heart.
Lineup
Thapelo Ndima - (Founder & Head Coach)
"Coaching is more than sport it’s mentorship. At Blues, I focus on nurturing both hockey skills and personal character. Your child’s potential is our purpose."
Peter Nyoni - (Head Coach)
"Building Blues has always been about more than logistics it’s about creating a space where young athletes feel seen, supported, and set up for success. I’m here to ensure our vision runs deep in everything we do."
Bombsquad
Coach Yande Bawana
"Every session is a new chance to empower our players. I bring energy, accountability, and focus so each athlete knows they matter and are built for more."
Liz-Marie Poss - (Team Manager)
"Behind every great team is solid structure and support. I’m here to ensure our coaches and players can focus on performance, while I handle the rest. For me, it’s all about care, clarity, and community."
Coach Polite Nyoni
"Discipline and enjoyment go hand in hand. I focus on building trust with the kids while ensuring we’re growing every week in mindset and in play."
Coach Joshua Williams
"At Blues, I believe in balancing fun with focus. My goal is to build trust with every player, helping them grow each week both in their game and their mindset."
Coach Sizwe
"I bring expertise and passion to goalkeeper training, focusing on technical development, tactical awareness, and mental preparation to help goalkeepers reach their full potential."
Our Vision
We envision a future where every young player in South Africa has access to the highest level of training, mentorship, and opportunity regardless of background. Blues is here to shape not just athletes, but confident, kind, and resilient individuals.
Our Goals
Skill Development
Offering structured programs that build strong technical foundations and game intelligence.
Holistic Growth
Fostering discipline, teamwork, and leadership through every session and interaction.
Long-Term Impact
Connecting our players to local and international pathways, scholarships, and elite-level exposure.