Kobola receives chairman’s award

One of Polokwane’s own, Phaladi Kobola who currently plays for Cape Town City Football Club was bestowed with the Club Chairman’s Award during the club’s annual end-of-season award function.
A statement issued by the club explained that Kobola was rewarded for his exemplary service and loyalty to the club over the past seasons. An alumnus of Flora Park Comprehensive High School, Kobola joined the club from the University of Pretoria Football Club in the 2012/13 Premier Soccer League season and has won many accolades with the club. He was part of the team that won the Telkom Knockout Final in 2016.
The 32-year-old who is known for his hard tackling abilities reportedly said the award came as a total surprise. “I am honoured and deeply moved by the gesture. This serves as special motivation to me because not many players have been bestowed with this kind of an award,” Kobola said.
Former Ria Stars striker, Percy Motloutsi who coached Kobola as member of the former, Seshego based development team, said he was proud of Kobola’s achievement. “He is a leader and has been a committed player from a young age. He was respectful, hardworking and loved everybody. I am not surprised that he received the award. I wish him more success in his football career and may he continue to inspire young soccer players in the province and in his hometown, Seshego,” Motloutsi commented.

Story and photo: Herbert Rachuene
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