Lamontville Golden Arrows FC started their 2026/27 PSL campaign with a community win, not just a pre-season trophy. On Saturday 25 July, Abafana Bes’thende visited Tholamandla Senior Primary School in KwaMashu to fire up the next generation of football fans ahead of the KZN Premier’s Cup.
What did the club do in KwaMashu?
Goalkeeper Xolani “Mduzu” Ngcobo, striker Jerome Karelse and midfielder Osborne Maluleke swapped boots for smiles at Tholamandla Senior Primary School. The first-team trio spent the morning with 100-plus learners, running drills, sharing stories and handing out kit. The session capped the club’s CSI project tied to the KZN Premier’s Cup, showing Arrows’ off-field muscle before the whistle blows for the new league season.
Why this matters for Lamontville Golden Arrows FC
The KwaMashu stop-off is part of a wider push to turn the club into more than just points on the scoreboard. Abafana Bes’thende used the platform to hammer home the values of sport, education and community. With the Betway Premiership season weeks away, the club’s early community touchpoint keeps the brand warm in the hearts of local families.
Who will Arrows face in the KZN Premier’s Cup?
Lamontville Golden Arrows open their tournament campaign against Milford FC, the newly promoted side from the Betway Premiership. The clash at Princess Magogo Stadium on 25 July kicks off a two-day block that also features Durban City FC, Richards Bay FC, AmaZulu FC and Midlands Wanderers. The second leg shifts to Sugar Ray Xulu Stadium in Clermont on Sunday 26 July.
What’s next for Abafana Bes’thende?
After the curtain-raiser in KwaMashu, the squad’s focus turns to the pitch. The KZN Premier’s Cup is a chance to test young legs and bed down chemistry before the league grind. With the Betway Premiership 2026/27 season looming, every friendly minute counts. The club’s message stays simple: play hard, give back, and keep the KwaZulu-Natal flag flying high.
