Southern Stars players shine at SA Baseball Masters Tournament
Southern Stars Baseball Club continues to make its mark beyond Johannesburg, with its senior players demonstrating the value of experience, teamwork and commitment on the diamond.
Seven senior players from Southern Stars Baseball Club represented the Johannesburg Baseball Federation (JBF) at the South African Baseball Masters Tournament held in Benoni in October, earning recognition for their performances and contributions to their respective teams.
The players competed against teams from across the country, showcasing their skills, experience and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
Among the highlights was the JBF Vets team’s second-place finish. Southern Stars player OD Dickinson was part of the team that fought its way to the final before finishing as runners-up.
The Challenge division also delivered memorable performances, with Southern Stars players featuring in both the Challenge Blue and Challenge Yellow squads.
Head coach Bongani Mthembi led the Challenge Blue squad, which included Stars players Boetie van Rensburg and Armstrong Ogwuche.
The team achieved a notable result by becoming the only Challenge side to defeat Western Province during the tournament.
Meanwhile, head coach Ryan Kahn guided the Challenge Yellow team, which featured Southern Stars players Kyle Edwards and Ashley Grieve.
Both players delivered solid performances throughout the weekend.
Southern Stars congratulated all seven players, as well as the coaches, for representing the club and the JBF with distinction.
The club said their dedication to baseball and their performances made the entire Southern Stars community proud.
Southern Stars is a family-based baseball club offering opportunities for juniors, seniors and women interested in the sport.
Those interested in joining the club can contact Shaun Niemand at 072 148 2535.
