“SUPPORTING our own shows we care and this easily brushes off to the young-ones,” says Mamelodi Sundowns midfield star Themba Zwane.
He was speaking at the launch of the fashionable Philly’s Game held the swanky Hang Awt restaurant- owned by globetrotter DJ Shimza in Tembisa, on a wet and cold evening, graced by fans, club officials and large media contingent.
“Mshishi” as Zwane is known to football darlings countrywide is a Tembisa born, and was joined by fellow compatriot and AmaZulu player George Maluleka at the launch.
Both players were unearthed from this tournament.
The games will begin from December 19 until January 2, 2023.
Nineteen teams will be vying to pocket R200 000 first prize, while the runners-up are guaranteed R70 000, bronze medallists will get R20 000 and fourth-place finishers will bag R10 000.
“Being a product of the games mine is to support all the teams, and whenever possible attend some of the games, considering our football season will be back in full swing,” says “Mshishi”.
Elated founder of the tournament Philly Mathebula said: “The relationship with DStv is a partnership of two organisations that have the community’s best interests at heart. In addition to the football action, the Philly’s Games provide an entertainment alternative for the Tembisa community.
This, coupled with DStv’s ability to showcase the games live on SuperSport, provides exciting entertainment value for families across the country throughout the holidays.”
The tourney will be live on DStv following a partnership to beam live the games from beginning to the end.
Tshepiso Sathekge, DStv’s sponsorship senior manager quipped that: “The well-documented success of the Philly’s Games lies in more than just unearthing talent. The tournament festivities successfully bring together football and entertainment, while also boosting township economic activity and promoting social cohesion.
Such a competition speaks back to what DStv is passionate about, sport and entertainment – coupled with the added value of enriching lives. We are therefore proud to once again demonstrate our commitment to South African football through our sponsorship of the Philly’s Games,” says Sathekege, who added, this exciting partnership richly complements our ever-growing portfolio of local football sponsorship, which we are equally excited to bring to life through cutting-edge and world-class broadcast technology for all South Africans to enjoy from the safety and comfort of their homes during this festive season.
As part of DStv #Kuzobamnandi festive season campaign, fans young and old, will be treated to exciting fan engagement competitions and daily prize giveaways.
Entrance to the games is FREE/ MAHALA/ GRATIS.
Where to follow Philly’s Games:
Maseven Ivory grounds on December 19, 20 and 21
Etafuleni Ivory grounds on December 22, 23 and 24
Phomolong Sports Complex on December 26, 27 and 28
Esiqongweni on December 29, 30 and January 1
Mehlareng Stadium on January 2 (Final) 2023.
Image Supplied (From left- Tshepiso Sathekge, DStv’s sponsorship senior manager, George Maluleka, Philly’s Games official, Themba Zwane and Philly’s Games spokesperson at the launch held at Hang Awt restaurant in Tembisa).
