A bonus to having many leaders in Ikeys team, says captain Luthando Woji

FNB UCT Ikeys captain Luthando Woji has applauded the team's leadership abilities amongst the players in the squad. 

Woji, who has been leading the Cape Town-based side for a few seasons, believes the team's strength has resulted in where they are now.  

"Pre-season was tough but necessarily so. The [opening] win was big for our confidence as a team, it was not a perfect game but the ability to win when not at your best is a good characteristic to have as a team.” 

Ikeys grinded out a 38-32 away win over FNB UFS Shimlas in their first match, and Woji says it was a promising start.  

"It is always tough to play away but the boys showed a lot of character to get a win. This team will always fight. We are looking forward to continuing our pursuit to improve as a team in our next game." 

Woji says having many leaders in the squad is making this easier for everyone.  

"⁠Modern-day teams are led by leadership groups, I couldn’t play in the first week due to injury but Johan [Lombard] stepped up and led the team superbly.  

"So to say that I’m the sole leader of this team is incorrect, we’ve got a strong leadership group that does very well in each of their departments. 

"And what  motivates me the most is trying to leave a tangible impact on the club as it has done that for me." 

by Ayanda Frances Felem