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To the CEO of SayPro Neftaly Malatjie, the Chairperson Mr Legodi, SayPro Royal Committee Members and all SayPro Chiefs

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SayPro & Diepsloot Arsenal Training Session Report
Facilitated by: Mr. Ngoako Ramolesana

Date: 03 June 2025
Time: 14:00 – 17:00
Venue: Diepsloot Arsenal Sports Grounds, Diepsloot, Gauteng
Total Participants: 70 (55 Boys, 15 Girls)
Facilitator: Mr. Ngoako Ramolesana
Organized by: SayPro in partnership with Diepsloot Arsenal Youth Development

1. Session Objectives

The 3-hour training session was designed to:

• Improve fundamental football techniques and tactical understanding
• Encourage personal growth, leadership, and discipline through sports
• Foster gender inclusivity in football training environments
• Identify potential talent for future mentorship opportunities
• Strengthen community development through youth sport

2. Participants Profile

Group	Number of Participants
Boys	55
Girls	15
Total	70

Participants were youth from various schools and community hubs across Diepsloot, aged between 11 and 18 years.

3. Programme Outline

14:00 – 14:20 | Welcome, Registration & Warm-Up

• The session opened with a welcome briefing from Mr. Ngoako Ramolesana, emphasizing discipline, focus, and teamwork.
• Registration was followed by group warm-up routines, including agility drills and stretching led by senior players.

14:20 – 15:00 | Skill Development Drills

• Ball Mastery: Close control, toe taps, and inside-outside dribbling
• Passing Techniques: Partner passing, triangle drills, one-touch passing
• First Touch & Control: Receiving the ball under pressure
• Mr. Ramolesana actively rotated among groups to offer individual feedback and technique correction.

15:00 – 15:45 | Tactical Awareness & Mini-Games

• Formation Basics: Introduction to 4-4-2 and 4-3-3 shapes for older participants
• Roles and Responsibilities: Position-specific guidance (e.g. wingers, centre backs)
• Mini-Games: 4v4 and 5v5 games focusing on spatial awareness, pressing, and off-the-ball movement
• Girls and boys were given equal playing time and roles during drills to promote inclusion and confidence-building.

15:45 – 16:30 | Full Match Simulation

• Two 20-minute matches (mixed-age teams) were held on half-sized pitches
• Coaching was paused during gameplay to allow players to make independent decisions
• Mr. Ramolesana facilitated live game analysis and gave post-match feedback to teams

16:30 – 17:00 | Cool Down, Reflections & Motivation Talk

• Static stretching and breathing exercises
• Group debrief facilitated by Mr. Ramolesana, focusing on the value of perseverance, sportsmanship, and discipline both on and off the field
• A few participants shared their experiences from the day, building confidence and public speaking skills

4. Observations and Highlights

• High Energy & Participation: All 70 youth remained fully engaged throughout the session.
• Female Participation: The 15 girls showed exceptional energy and some displayed standout skills, particularly in ball control and positional play.
• Peer Leadership: Several senior boys and girls stepped up as peer leaders during drills.
• Facilitator Impact: Mr. Ramolesana’s hands-on approach was praised by both youth and assistant coaches. His motivational style helped sustain focus and morale.

5. Challenges & Areas for Improvement

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• Limited Training Equipment: More cones, bibs, and training balls are needed to run parallel drills efficiently.
• Footwear Issues: Several participants lacked proper soccer boots, which affected mobility and safety.
• Hydration Delays: More water breaks and shaded rest areas should be implemented in future sessions.

6. Recommendations

• Provide a small gear package (including bibs and basic boots) for under-resourced youth
• Recruit additional assistant coaches to support larger groups
• Formalize a scouting process to identify and mentor high-potential players
• Establish a weekly training program under SayPro and Diepsloot Arsenal partnership with consistent facilitation by Mr. Ramolesana

7. Conclusion

The SayPro and Diepsloot Arsenal training session held on 3 June 2025 was a success, both in terms of sporting development and youth engagement. Under the skilled facilitation of Mr. Ngoako Ramolesana, the session not only honed technical skills but also emphasized values of teamwork, respect, and ambition. The ongoing collaboration between SayPro and local football initiatives like Diepsloot Arsenal remains essential to empowering township youth and providing them with pathways to future success—both in sports and life.

Prepared by:
SayPro Youth Development Program
Contact: info@saypro.online | +27 84 313 7407
Website: www.saypro.online

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Linah Ralepelle | Development| SayPro