A truckload of shibobos and plenty of goals came during an action-packed day of football at Townsend Park last Saturday.

Young players from Shaka’s Head showed off their skills during a community soccer tournament at Footys, organised by Dolphin Coast Grandiose Soccer Club.

Founded in 2024, Grandiose is a Ballito soccer club giving women aged 45 and older the opportunity to take up the sport.

Eight teams competed across two groups, with the top two teams from each advancing to the semi-finals.

All Stars emerged as tournament winners, while the Grandiose players opened the event with an exhibition match.

The tournament formed part of the club’s outreach programme, aimed at encouraging youngsters from the Shaka’s Head informal settlement to get involved in sport. Organisers hope to foster a love of soccer among young people and the wider community.

Footy owner Kyle Crichton supported the initiative by providing the facilities free of charge. KwaDukuza municipality’s sports and recreation department sponsored medals, trophies and soccer equipment, with additional support from local businesses, community members and club members.