Soweto Panthers
| Soweto Panthers | |
|---|---|
 | |
| League | Basketball National League |
| Founded | 1986 |
| President | Dr. A.S. Mokoena |
| Head coach | Taurai Oscar Takarupiwa |
| Championships | 2 (2009, 2018) |
Soweto Panthers is a South African basketball club based in Soweto in Johannesburg. The team plays in the Basketball National League (BNL).[1] The team, which was founded in 1986, has won the BNL championship in 2009 and 2018.
The Soweto Panthers joined the BNL in 2011.[2]
In October 2018, the Panthers beat Egoli Magic 84-58 and captured the championship.[2]
The Panthers were led by head coach Steven Butler and general manager Elvis Ukpong. For both Bedfordview natives, it was the first year leading the club.[2]
Besides running a senior team, the Panthers engage in youth development programs countrywide.[2]
Notable players[]
- Set a club record or won an individual award as a professional player.
- Played at least one official international match for his senior national team at any time.
References[]
- ^ "Panthers – Basketball National League". BNL SA. Retrieved 27 October 2021.
- ^ a b c d Bedfordview residents lead Soweto Panthers to basketball championship bedfordviewedenvalenews.co.za, 18 December 2018, accessed 21 December 2021.
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