Leading Edge with Scent | Episode 6: Grassroots Cricket SA with Xolisa Sokayi

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Scent talks with Xolisa Sokayi about Grassroots Cricket South Africa, a purpose-led effort to bring structured, fun, inclusive cricket to township communities. We cover why this matters now, how life skills are built into every drill, and the goals for the first year.

Guest: Xolisa Sokayi, founder of Mfuleni Cricket Club and coordinator of Grassroots Cricket SA.
Partners mentioned: Starting Chance, local schools and clubs.

Produced by Roundly Podcast Studio | Cape Town

1 Sep English South Africa Sports · Cricket

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