SuperSport Schools Podcast

School Rugby Beyond Borders

The SuperSport Schools podcast airs every Sunday at 6pm on DSTV Channel 216. Alex is on location at the 2024 Absa Wildeklawer Tournament. He is joined by players from the UK and NZ to discuss the thrill and challenges of facing off against top South African rugby teams. Discover what…

26 May 2024 27 min

The Art of Commentary with Matthew Pearce

"This is it South Africa. This is it." Matthew Pearce joins the show to discuss the state of school rugby and the art of commentary. As one of the most recognisable voices in the game, Matt brings a wealth of insights to inspire the next generation.

22 May 2024 32 min

SA's eSports Revolution

Catch new episodes of the podcast, now every Sunday at 6pm. South Africa is riding the wave of an eSports revolution. ACGL's Nicholas Holden joins Alex to explore the burgeoning scene, its challenges, and how the industry is overcoming the high barriers to entry. eSports is here to stay.

12 May 2024 29 min

The Legendary Ros Howell

Discover the enduring legacy of Ros Howell, a legendary figure at St. Mary's Waverly and a trailblazer in South African hockey. With nearly four decades of coaching experience, her influence continues to inspire girls nationwide.

24 Apr 2024 30 min

Get Ready for Wildeklawer

Wildeklawer, the nation's premier rugby festival, draws thousands to a bustling Kimberly each May. Join us as we anticipate the upcoming spectacle, delving into its unparalleled influence and spotlighting the players to watch.

17 Apr 2024 30 min

Introducing the Ignite Cup

The football landscape is changing for the better across South Africa. Learn how one initiative powered by Spur is making its mark for young footballers in Cape Town.

10 Apr 2024 29 min

Climbing to Gold with Josh Bruyns

Alex is joined by Joshua Bruyns, a UK-based athlete representing South Africa in speed climbing at this year's Olympics in Paris. Discover the precision, agility, and relentless drive demanded by this exhilarating sport.

3 Apr 2024 29 min

Exhilarating Easter

We are in the middle of some of the most exhilarating weeks of school sport on the calendar! Alex, Tim, and Taheera present their top stories from the past week and discuss the festivals to come.

27 Mar 2024 29 min

Noord-Suid Fever

Alex hosts a panel featuring Pieter Cronje (Affies), Werner Venter (NMI Toyota) and Spoed Smith (SuperSport Schools) to discuss Noord/Suid 2024. The panel discuss what sets the festival apart and what they are most looking forward to this year. Captains and coaches from KES and Jeppe add their views, before…

20 Mar 2024 32 min

Future Olympians with Steve Evans

Steve Evans, Olympic veteran, reflects on his journey from spectator to athlete, representing SA in hockey at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. In conversation with Alex, they delve into the challenges and aspirations for South Africa's hockey and Olympic future.

13 Mar 2024 32 min

Shandre Campbell's Football Journey

An inductee of the Class of 2023, Shandre Campbell is a fiery young talent for SuperSport United! He made playing professionally for his club in his matric year by scoring some incredible goals. In this episode of the pod Alex finds out where it all started for Shandre and what…

6 Mar 2024 28 min

The Olympic Dream with Caitlin Rooskrantz

All roads lead to Paris 2024! In this episode Alex is joined by Olympian gymnast Caitlin Rooskrantz. During the hour-long special the pair discuss Caitlin’s achievements and what it will take for our future Olympians to make it to the top. https://linktr.ee/ssspod

28 Feb 2024 52 min

Cricket's New Armoured Gloves

Alex and Tim are joined by John Quinlan, the designer of cricket’s new armoured gloves. Why do they work? Who is using them? We find out. The gloves are also put to the test with a hammer, bat, and bowling machine. New episodes of the show air every Wednesday at…

17 Jan 2024 25 min

Rugby's New Tackle Height with Prof Ross Tucker

We knew it was going to happen - the tackle height has been lowered to the sternum for the community game in South Africa. To help debunk the myths and find out exactly why we have got to this point, Tim and I chat to Dr Ross Tucker - one…

10 Jan 2024 33 min

The All Stars Quiz

Get ready for an exhilarating season finale as the SuperSport Schools Podcast Quiz determines its 2023 champion! Alex White hosts Eunice’s national hockey sensation, Taheera Augousti, the school sport encyclopaedia Hannes Nienaber, and pod co-host Tim Muthama. In this special New Year celebration episode, our trio goes head-to-head in a…

27 Dec 2023 39 min

Mental Health Special with Duncan Woods

It's a topic that is talked about often. But when it comes to action; that is easier said than done. In this episode we discuss mental health in school sport. Alex and Tim are joined by Duncan Woods, a former national water polo player and coach. He is heavily involved…

13 Dec 2023 27 min

Boat Race Fever

This week Itumeleng Banda is back to host the show. She is joined by SA Junior Rower, Daniela Price-Hughes and SA National Coach, Caitlin Dace. The trio discuss rowing, its growth over recent years, and they look ahead to the 2023 Standard Bank Boat Race in Port Alfred. 📺🎧 https://linktr.ee/ssspod

6 Dec 2023 26 min

Mastering Chess with Yashil Modi

Yashil Modi was awarded FIDE Master status when he was just eight years old. From Grade 8 to 12 he was St John's first chess player, and in his entire high school career he only lost one match (back in Grade 8). Now having just finished writing his final matric…

29 Nov 2023 27 min

GDL Conversations

This week Alex hands the mic to Itumeleng Banda to dive into a conversation about the Gauteng Development League, its teams and future. As the resident SuperSport Schools’ GDL expert, Itumeleng is then put to the test in the Quiz! 📺🎧 https://linktr.ee/ssspod

22 Nov 2023 28 min

School Athletics Boom with Akani Simbine

From Springbok victory in Paris 2023 to Paris 2024. Alex chats to legendary South African sprinter, Akani Simbine to find out the role his school played in his development and how he runs a business while also competing as a professional athlete. BackSport is one of the biggest production suppliers…

1 Nov 2023 29 min