{"id":8201,"date":"2025-06-02T19:24:57","date_gmt":"2025-06-02T17:24:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=8201"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:33:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:33:25","slug":"pitso-mosimane-soccer-school-roadshow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/pitso-mosimane-soccer-school-roadshow\/","title":{"rendered":"Pitso Mosimane Soccer School Roadshow Launches at Curro Protea Glen"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Pitso Mosimane Soccer School (PMSS) roadshow made its latest stop at Curro Protea Glen on 21 May, marking another milestone in the nationwide drive to nurture future football stars through sport, academics, and character-building. This leg of the tour reaffirms Curro\u2019s dedication to youth development and long-term investment in local football talent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-building-a-legacy-of-discipline-and-talent\">Building a Legacy of Discipline and Talent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Curro Protea Glen became the 12th Curro school to join the PMSS initiative earlier this year, officially embracing the programme\u2019s mission of shaping young lives both on and off the pitch. Principal Johannes Mahlatsi, speaking during a media engagement, highlighted the tremendous impact the initiative has already had on learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He noted that the structured training has cultivated not only football skills but also instilled discipline, teamwork, and self-belief among learners. \u201cThis programme is about more than just sport. It\u2019s about developing young people holistically. From as young as five years old, our learners are more active and engaged, both physically and academically,\u201d Mahlatsi said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1525666737\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-empowering-youth-through-structured-sport\">Empowering Youth Through Structured Sport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme is designed for learners aged five to 18 and includes over 12,000 participants nationwide. It blends physical training with a strong educational framework, giving equal importance to both academic and athletic performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mahlatsi also pointed out how the focus on physical conditioning\u2014especially at younger developmental stages\u2014has had noticeable benefits. \u201cIt\u2019s amazing to see how movement-based training has enhanced our learners\u2019 coordination and engagement levels, especially in our foundation phase,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-investing-in-the-future\">Investing in the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jared Temlett, project lead at Curro Sport, praised the growth and success of the PMSS, explaining that its value extends beyond sports. \u201cThis initiative isn\u2019t just about producing athletes\u2014it\u2019s about shaping leaders. The partnership with PMSS has shown us how football can inspire confidence and purpose in learners,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Temlett acknowledged the powerful role the programme plays in changing lives, noting that the training offered at PMSS has exceeded expectations in both quality and influence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-3844034464\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-than-a-game\">More Than a Game<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pitso Mosimane, the celebrated football coach behind the programme, emphasised that the school-based initiative is rooted in holistic development. \u201cThis is our contribution to the football landscape\u2014using the sport to educate, develop, and guide learners towards healthier, more focused lifestyles,\u201d he explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizen.co.za\/soweto-urban\/news-headlines\/local-news\/2025\/05\/31\/soccer-school-contributes-to-the-curros-football\/?utm_source=citizen&amp;utm_medium=web&amp;utm_campaign=editorial-handpick\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The programme<\/a> also covers life skills, nutrition education, and social development, providing a solid foundation for learners to thrive. Coaches undergo special induction training to ensure their approach complements academic goals while promoting wellness and discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mosimane expressed pride in the progress made, sharing that several learners had already caught the eye of professional clubs and development academies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-inspiring-dreams-changing-lives\">Inspiring Dreams, Changing Lives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the roadshow continues across the country, the impact of the Pitso Mosimane Soccer School at Curro Protea Glen stands as a shining example of what\u2019s possible when sport and education unite with purpose. The programme is not just shaping better players\u2014it\u2019s creating future leaders, one learner at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/the-top-5-betway-premiership-coaches-from-gauteng\/\">The Top 5 PSL Coaches from Gauteng<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pitso Mosimane Soccer School (PMSS) roadshow made its latest stop at Curro Protea Glen on 21 May, marking another milestone in the nationwide drive to nurture future football stars through sport, academics, and character-building. This leg of the tour reaffirms Curro\u2019s dedication to youth development and long-term investment in local football talent. 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