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 Janine Van Wyk is no stranger to South African football. As a veteran defender, former national team captain, and founder of JVW FC, her influence on the women’s game has been undeniable. Now, she embarks on a new journey as head coach of JVW FC in the Hollywoodbets Super League. We caught up with her to discuss her transition from player to coach, her expectations for the season, and the broader landscape of women’s football in South Africa. Janine Van Wyk  © Gallo Images From Captain to Coach: A New Challenge Transitioning from a playing role to coaching is never easy, and Van Wyk acknowledges the challenges she has faced in her new position. “Shifting from playing to coaching has been a big adjustment, especially in terms of decision-making. As a player, you focus on your own performance, but as a coach, you have to manage an entire squad, balance different personalities, and make tough tactical and selection decisions,” she says. Another challenge has been separating my p...

In the heart of South African women's football, only a few names resonate as strongly as Janine Van Wyk's. As the founder of JVW Football Club and a former captain of the South African Women's National team, Janine has been a beacon of resilience and passion for the sport. Janine Van Wyk  ©  Gallo Images Recently, we sat down with her to discuss the pressing challenges JVW FC faces, the state of women's football in South Africa, and the exciting fundraising initiatives on the horizon. One of the most pressing topics in our conversation was the major challenges JVW FC is currently facing in terms of securing sponsorship and funding.  Janine highlighted that the club’s immediate financial needs are multifaceted, she stated that: “JVW FC is currently facing significant challenges in securing consistent and substantial sponsorship and funding," she said. “Our immediate financial needs include covering operational costs such as player salaries, travel expenses for away ...