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INTRODUCTION - Isaac De Jongh FOREWORD - Prof Noor Nieftagodien

MESSAGES from leading Non Racial and Football Stalwarts Icons - Mike Davy - Frank Van der Horst - Crain Soudien - Mahomed Sibda - Ashwin Trikamjee

MESSAGES from ex players - Brent Carelse - Dereck Eastwood - Chris Fortuin

OUR HISTORY - Dr. Nqobile Zulu

UPDATES - Randwater - Corridors ot Freedom - Looming environmental disaste CHAIRPERSON DEPUTY CHAIRPERSON_ Isaac Dejongh Micheal Kahn

TREASURER DIREaOR SPORT Reedwan Paulsen Basil Peters

TECHNICAL DIREQOR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Faisiel Abrahams Dennis Peters

WOMAN'S DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE Juanita Baatjies Errol Beckett INTRO FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

I am deeply humbled and honaured to be after our normal conclusion to the season. serving this great organisation during this W e held our 50th anniversary tournament, its 50th anniversary. I never dreamt that I delivered training to referees and coaches. would one day be the chairperson of such This, in addition to providing association an illustrious orgonisation, when celebrating football to hundreds of children weekly. such a milestone. W hat I have learnt in the Our Transformation documents points to last year was the fact that it was the excellent many more aspects of the administration, and work done by our forefathers that have technical application of the game that we groomed so many of us to take up leadership need to improve. However this improvement roles in our communities. can only be realised if all in the community Each one of the current serving executive begins to support and assist in providing is a product of the Bosmont Football association football for our children. Association. It was the values instilled by the The single biggest challenge facing us leaders that started the BFA and those that is the most basic. Building strong clubs. BFA followed in their footsteps that ensured that was started by 5 strong clubs 5 0 yeors ago. the legacy they started continues through This is what is required here today. The club the current products of their hard work, structures in our community have virtually perserverence and commitment to Non disappeared. Dazzlers FC strengthened Rocialism. The history being developed their administration improved their coaching points to the values we all on the exco still and got the support of more parents. They hold dear today 5 0 years on. dominated the leagues and knockout cups, To all our special guests, clubs, players, had representative players in all divisions. and officials, welcome to this special, W hat a turnaround in one year. Perfect occasion. This evening marks the end of example. our year's celebration of this milestone. All I would call an you all here today to we planned for the year was not achieved start building the BFA for the next 5 0 years because of factors beyond our control. by building and strengthening the clubs you These include the devastation caused belonged to. Through building strong clubs by Randwater, the failure of Council to the BFA and this community w ill be enriched. upgrade and maintain the sportsfields, the Let us all commit to building an organisation looming environmental disaster in addition to for our children and grandchildren. meaningful financial support. Isaac De Jongh Despite all these problems we completed BFA Chairperson a very successful season all be it a month November 2015 r

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The fiftieth anniversary of the Bosmont was shaped by apartheid's policies but also Football Association (BFA) is an important by people's opposition to the destructive moment in South Africa's sports history, and divisive character of the system. The and should be the cause for widespread implementation of the Group Areas Act celebration. There are few football from the 1 9 5 0 s led to the forced removal associations that have such a proud and of black people from mixed residential colourful history as the BFA, which is a areas in or close to the city, and their microcosm of our collective story from the relocation to racially exclusive areas. Fietas, dark days of apartheid into the democratic Doornfontein, Jeppestown, Sophiatown era. In half a century, the world and our and Albertville gave way to places such country have been completely transformed. as Coronationville, Bosmont, Lenasia and Narratives of these far-reaching changes are Soweto. In the former areas people of all usually told in political registers, which tend colours lived and socialized together: the to erase other equally significant dimensions streets, yards and school grounds were of people and their histories. Pausing to the spaces where the seeds of non-racial celebrate and reflect on half a century of sports were planted. The famous Natalspruit the BFA allows us a wonderful opportunity sportsgrounds epitomized the practice of to think differently about our collective past. integrated sports, as did other grounds In 1 9 6 5 a handful of football enthusiasts dotted across the city. But these spaces of established the Central and District Coloured non-racialism were anathema to the white Football Association, which in 1 9 6 8 was government's racist project and were closed renamed as the Bosmont Football Association down, leading also to the demise of bodies (BFA). It was a time when National Party rule such as the Transvaal Independent Football cast a dark shadow over nearly every aspect Association (TIFA). Apartheid broke up of people's lives. The association's history established communities and segregated U The creation of the BFA should be viewed in this light: its evolution is inextricably tied up with the history of the community, especially of Bosmont/Coronationvillel Newclare/Westbury, but also beyond. ^ ^

them into racial enclaves. However, many association. Indeed, a salient feature of The BFA was also a stalwart of the South people did not passively accept the system BFA's history is the constant emphasis given African Council on Sports (SACOS), which imposed on them. In fact, communities were to grassroots sports, which has regrettably was the pre-eminent anti-apartheid sporting rebuilt through multiple social, educational, been neglected in contemporary South body in the country. Its iconic slogan, 'N o religious and other activities. The creation Africa where the focus is on elite sports and normal sport in an abnormal society', rallied of the BFA should be viewed in this light; spectacular events. The BFA's continued tens of thousands of sportspeople behind its evolution is inextricably tied up with commitment to grassroots football is arguably a common and just cause. Standing firm the history of the community, especially one of its signal contributions and should on principles meant that many SA C O S of Bosmont/Coronationville/Newclare/ serve as a model for the development of members consciously gave up any benefits Westbury, but also beyond. sports in the country, as part of a broader that could derive from playing in apartheid's Over the years numerous people endeavor to build strong and vibrant abnormal sports. It is often forgotten that contributed to the growth of the association, communities. while BFA and other football associations helping it navigate the treacherous waters of Above all else, the BFA was principally that were affiliated to SA C O S suffered from apartheid and the rapids of unification in the about the great game, football. Week after the lack of sponsorships, basic facilities and early 19 9 0 s. The BFA has benefited from the week players of various ages, backgrounds recognition, people like George Thabe and commitment and expertise of administrators and talents found their way onto the fields his associates benefited enormously from and referees, who constituted the backbone of the BFA to enjoy themselves for 9 0 being complicit with apartheid. of organisation. At the heart of the association minutes. The association has an enviable It is therefore imperative to cherish this rich is a deep commitment to voluntarism and the record of having produced a pantheon of history, not for the sake of nostalgia, but in ideal of serving community, which allowed it football greats over the years. Paul Sangion, order to draw the lessons and to be inspired to stay alive and thrive often under extremely Rashid Khan, Noel Goodall Stanton 'Stiga' by the spirit of voluntarism, commitment to difficult circumstances. Over the course Fredericks, Cavinjohnson, Graham (Doggie) principle and for the love of the game: Pro of half a century, thousands of players Johnson, Zunaid Hartley and Steven Pienaar Amor Ludi! have come through the ranks of the BFA: are only among the most well-known. There they were the lifeblood of the association. were many other football greats who came Noor Nieftagodien Supporters (usually mothers, wives and through the ranks of the BFA who, under South African research Chair (SARChl) families) entrenched the essential community- different circumstances, could easily have Local Histories, Present Realities based character of the association, which become national and international stars. Head of History Workshop differentiated it from mony other football Despite internal and external challenges, School of Social Sciences bodies. There were undoubtedly towering the association endeavoured to promote University of the Witwatersrand figures in the BFA, but its survival, growth and professionalism among its players, referees success were the product of the collective and administrators, without much, if any, efforts of the communities that made up the financial reward.

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THE VirORLD « BUILD A BETTm FUTURE > ONE GAME ONE FAMILY THE BFA Dr.Nqobile Zulu A HISTORICAL OVERVIEW THE BEGINNINGS The 1 9 6 0 s was a decade of profound Football Association (BFA), signalling its changes in the country. Apartheid was in the principal community base and taking a ascendancy and characterised by political stand against racial classification. The repression, forced removals and the creation founding teams of the new association were; of racially segregated residential areas. Newclare United, Dazzlers FC, Bosmont Every aspect of life was deeply affected by United, Leeds United and Burnley FC. These these changes, including sports. Until the were undoubtedly modest beginnings and determined imposition of the Group Areas few would have dreamt at the time that the Act, black communities (African, Coloured BFA would not only reach the landmark of and Indian) attempted against heavy odds, half a century but also establish itself as to maintain their integrated lives in the one of the most successful local football various locations around Johannesburg, associations in the country. In the course and elsewhere. Places like Fietas were of its five decades of existence, there have meccas of such interaction, while sports been many trials and tribulations, and grounds such as Natalspruit and Albertville numerous glorious moments. Many people exemplified early experiences of non-racial contributed to the associations success sports. For example, D azzlers football club - men, women, players, administrators, (BFA founding member) used to play Sunday referees and supporters. In other words, games with African Municipal workers at laws. the community. From the outset, however, the TB hospital grounds in Albertville. For Established in 1965, the Bosmont there was a core group of individuals who these individuals, non-racialism meant Football Association (amateur) was created variously dedicated their lives to the BFA. that anyone who wanted to play soccer from the ashes of TIFA by the people Freddie F-liebner was the first chairperson played. But apartheid destroyed these who were forcibly removed from Fietas, and Patrick Finn was secretary from 1 9 6 5 - spaces and the organisations that sought Sophiatown, Albertville, Doornfontein and 6 8 . Other members of the first executive to uphold sports across apartheids racial jeppestown. Reflecting the character of committee included Dowy Bogus, Reggie divisions. The Transvaal Independent the newly created Bosmont, the football Thomas, Errol Beckett, H arry Tim , Ismail Football Association (TIFA) was one of the association was first called the Central and Sadullah, Edgar M ills and Cecil (Chong) main sports bodies that crumbled, in 1 9 6 4 , District Coloured Football Association. In Meyer. Between them, they created the under the weight of apartheid s segregation 1 9 6 8 , it was formally renamed Bosmont vision for the association. Over the years, f several individuals played leading roles than princely sum of R 2 0 0 a year, which with the aim of running a professional in the BFA. Thus, in 1971 the committee increased over time. association, it was stipulated that all referees consisted of Barney Gaffney (Chairman), Barney Gaffney was a teacher, which had to possess a referee's card. Proper attire Carrim Dharsey (Vice Chairman), Fred gave him the skills to run the association for referees became obligatory and those Beukes (Secretary) Dawood Bagus with considerable professionalism and to who did not own such a kit were required (Treasurer) and Vernon Fortuin indicating produce a vision for the association that to purchase it from the BFA at R35 per set. that there had been a change in the guard. would guide it through challenging times. Another development was encouraging Undoubtedly, the most prominent figure was He drew up the formal governance of the teams to select players and juniors for Barney Gaffney who succeeded Freddie association, helped to build the stadiums, administration training. A by-product of Fliebner and Edgar M ills (brief spell as including welding all the steelworks railings this exercise was skills development and chairperson) in 1 9 6 8 . and burglar bars, and mobilised people to transfer to others who would not generally plant trees at the stadium. One of his lasting have been involved in the administration of BARNEY GAFFNEY contributions was to improve the technical the game. Barney ensured that meticulous Barney Gaffney was a pillar of the BFA, part of the game. Thus, in the late 1 9 6 0 s, minutes were taken, which now serve and served as chairman for forty years, a sub-committee for referees was initiated, as an integral part of the archives of the from 1 9 6 8 to 2 0 0 9 (when he retired at led by Reggie Thomas (Chair) and Cecil association. He bought an electronic IBM the age of 7 6 ).Gaffney is remembered 'Chong' Meyer, both senior BFA members. typewriter, photocopier and even created a as a very disciplined, strict and principled Refereeing became a cornerstone to letterhead for the association. man, whose commitment to the BFA was develop clubs while encouraging a deeper Barney believed in equality, demanded unequalled. A show of his passion was engagement with the laws of the game. the best for his people from the council when he responded to urgent need for an Cecil 'Chong' Meyer, the most senior while also working for things himself. For his office of the BFA in the 19 7 0 s by converting referee during that period, facilitated the extra-ordinary service to the organisation, a bedroom at his home for this purpose. In coaching of the referees. Th is was followed Barney Gaffney had the Bosmont Stadium so doing, his home effectively became the by people like C yril Linden, Aubrey Fisher named after him, now known as the Barney headquarters of the BFA. Members of the and Carlos Hendricks who helped with Gaffney Stadium. association recall that if they wanted a letter the lecturing of aspirant referees. Anthony In 2 0 0 8 Barney Gaffney was succeeded for something related to football, they would (Tony) Francis has since 2 0 1 0 taken over by Isaac Dejongh, himself a former player find their way to number 1 8 hlamilton Street the mantle from his mentors. and who continues to serve in this capacity. in Coronationville, where the chairman The services of the BFA referees structure would type letters and correspondence of was highly valued by other football bodies. THE ASSOCIATION all sorts. Fixtures would be taken there for For example in March 1987, Western From the beginning, BFA meetings were copies to be made. As a result, his family's Transvaal Soccer Board requested the ■ held at in people's homes, Bosmont First life changed forever. In recognition of the referee association to run lectures/clinics Primay School (Now GR Harris Primary responsibility taken on by the Gaffney in order to establish an association in School), Bosmont Recreation Centre, household, the BFA executive committee Western Transvaal. Permission for this was Coronationvile Hall and recreation centre decided to pay him a stipend, at the less granted by the BFA executive. In keeping and when the Bosmont Hotel was built in

FRED HIEBNER PATRICK FINN DOWAYBAGUS CHAIRMAN SECRETARY TREASURER the 19 7 0 's it became the meeting place. secretary. Some of the notable referees Chelsea and Chelsea United), they were A highlight of the association's history was included Colin Lewis, Boebi Salie, Dennis the only local team to reach those heights. the establishment of the Bosmont grounds, and Ba sil Peters, Tony Francis, Gus Malgas Interestingly, former players sometimes which became headquarters of the BFA. and Lawrence Pienaar. During the football started clubs after retiring. Gandhi Adams, From political principle to everyday practice season, Monday evenings were dedicated a former Blackpool great, started a club - BFA practiced non-racial football as an to reviewing the referees' performance in under the instructions of father McCulloch alternate sport avenue for non-whites later the games of the previous weekend. This (Catholic Priest Riverlea) called Gorretti after adopting the SA C O S slogan of "no normal practice continues and BFA still conducts the Catholic Church in Riverlea. Sw ifts FC sport in an abnormal society" in the late refereeing classes. one of the first members of the BFA in the 7 0 s. The growth of clubs and their affiliation 1960's also established out of the Seven The executive consisted of a chairman, to BFA proved its popularity. One of the Days Adventist Church, Calvin Tracey and vice chairman, secretary, assistant secretary, older clubs, Dazzlers (1949) still carries Michael Kahn established Everton around treasurer and organising secretary. There on today. The club produced one of the 1 9 8 1 / 2 ; Afzal Khan created Flamenco were also 5 members of a management most talented teams in the mid 1 9 7 0 's, and Faisel Van Dorsen started Thames, committee who supported the executive with the Dazzlers U15 team consisting of which later merged briefly with Dazzlers in executing its duties. Since inception, talents such as Gregory Thomas, Donovan in March 1985 to form Dazzlers-Thames. there have only been 4 chairpersons: Fred Eastwood, Ernest Basson, Noel Goodall Mandy Davids, a former Orlando Pirates Hiebnerll 965-19671, Edgar Mills (1968) and Timothy Stein, Rangers took first treble goal keeper, started Bosmont Pirates, Barney Gaffney (1968-2008)and Isaac in 1 9 7 1 , the league title, the challenge Affiliation fees per club were adopted De Jongh (2008-present). During this time, cup and the knockout trophy. Other clubs as a transition to changing times where he following people served as secretary of which include Gorretti, Thames and Everton it became more important to create prize the BFA: Patrick Finn, Fred Beukers, Clive were the great teams of the early to mid- money incentives at the top levels. For Thomas, Pat Mulligan, Abdul F-lassen, 1 9 8 0 s. Other clubs worth mentioning example in 1986 the charges were as Michael Kahn (2008/9) and Neville too are Sporting Fo o tlxill Club, Burnley, follows: Daniels 2009. Bosmont United, Aston Villa, Caledonians, Annual affiliation Fee Division One condition for joining BFA was that Universals and Barcelona. In particular, R1 0 0 0 Premier division clubs had to be properly constituted, which Bosmont Chelsea formed by Ronnie Flicks R500 First division became a cornerstone of the membership. deserves mention as it rose through the BFA R 1 2 0 per club from the Strong clubs were emphasised - which ranks to play in the Transvaal Soccer Board promotion down included bringing their own 2 referees (TSB) 2nd division and then to professional along. To encourage teams, administrators footloall in the South African Soccer BFA transitions came in the late 1 9 7 0 s would go to BFA referees' classes to learn Federation Professional League. They were and early 1980s when the first division the rules of the game. Th is started during one of only three teams that made it to the was renamed the Premier League - with the time of Freddie Hiebner, Reggie Thomas current PSL, together with Manning Rangers increased affiliation and prize money. It (Referees' Chair) with Chong Meyer (Senior and Santos. Managed by Patrick Sass was changed later to the Super League. Lecturer and referee), and C yril Linden the who merged 2 Bosmont teams (Bosmont These tactics worked as there was a marked

BARNEY GAFFNEY VERNON FORTUIN CLIFFORD VAN DER HAER CHAIRMAN EXECUTIVE MEMBER MATCH AND RECORDING SECRETARY SOME m f OUTSTANDING

BFA PLAYERS Paul Sangion BFA had its share of successful players who came through its structures in every era. (50 great players and administrators were honoured by the BFA between 2 0 1 0 and 2 0 1 4 ), There w ill, regrettably be some who are not mentioned here due to space constraints. W idely renowned as one of the best players in the country in the 1 9 7 0 's and early 1 9 8 0 's was Paul Sangion. Paul played for Barcelona from Coronationville, Other famous players among many included Noel Goodall (ex Dazzlers) who in 1 9 8 2 was FPL player of the year. Stanton 'Stiga' Oian9 Fredericks played for Rangers FC/United P ’1 and was coached by Reedwan Paulsen. Brent Carelse Stanton Fredericks Steven Pienaar Stiga is the nephew of Owen and Randolf (Jackal) Fredericks former Bosmont Chelsea England Manager, Don Revie. and BFA greats, Cavin Johnson, also played Thus in 1970, Albert Johansson d in the BFA, then for Bosmont Chelsea. Later who played for 'Oom Zebras' C he became the U 19 coach for Bosmont in Germiston, went to play for Chelsea. From there, he went and got his Leeds United Football Club, coaching licenses in Flolland and Brazil. becoming the first black player FHis brother Graham (Doggie) Johnson was to play in an FA Cup final a great right back. Another player Brent (England). Another of Barney Carelse, son of Dougie Carelse, played first Gaffney's finds, Rashid Khan, for W est Colts and then moved to Rangers also went to Leeds United in both in the BFA. The examples of Cavin, 1 9 7 2 , but could not adapt j

Stanton and Brent reveal also the family to the weather and eventually Ralph Hendricks, Rashid Khan, Isaac De Jongh connections of a few BFA players which came brack. Gafney supported were a common occurrence for so many the Kaizer,'boy boy' Motaung to play in families. Other greats were Steven Pienaar the U S for Atlanta Chiefs. It was through Westbury Arsenals) and Zunaid Hartley Barney's connection with Mickelson, who played for Aston Villa. brother to Phil Mickelson the U S golfer, The BFA's success in producing that Barney was able to successfully place outstanding players, who were in demand Kaizer Motuang with the Atlanta Chiefs. by other clubs, led Barney Gafney, to Other players who went overseas include become a scout for Leeds United and Leroy Fortuin (Chelsea) and Percy M oloi Harold Cohen, Ralph Hendricks, Bobby Jansen, Yassen Adams {judge} r.M

From left Gareth Van der Haer, N oel goodall, Jerobeam K o e rt, Graham Johnson, Jonathan & Gandhi Oliver Adams BFA Executive Neville Daniels, B a sil Peters, Michael Kahn, Isaac Dejongh, Juanita Baatjies, Dennis Peters, Reedwan Paulsen, Errol Beckett

spike in membership and competition when these changes we made. At its pinnacle in the 19 9 0 s-2 0 0 0 s, BFA had 3 7 registered affiliates clubs between them making up to 80-1 2 0 teams, playing up to 6 4 games on 7 fields and the stadium. Notably during this period, BFA was competing with the T S B 2nd Division league and other leagues.

REACH OF BFA In 1 9 8 5 , the Eastern Transvaal Football Association invited BFA under 14 league champions to their October tournament, which was approved by the executive because it demonstrated how influential BFA was at the time. BFA representative teams and clubs received invitations from the late 19 6 0 s to play in various parts of the country like Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Kimberley, Potchefstroom and more. SA S F President Rama Reddy awarding Western Province SA SF Inter Provincial W inners Trophy 1 98 4 In the mid-80s Orlando Pirates had 5 players that came through the ranks a turning point and led to the formation of BFA and football lost a great leader-and of the BFA and Bosmont Chelsea. These the South African Soccer Federation (SASF), football person in Carrim Dharsey. were Graham Johnson, Jerobeam Koert, which became an important affiliate of the Following that, Barney motivated the H ila ry Jooste, George Lodge and Vincent South African Council on Sport (SACOS). naming of competitions after those people Rabiewho. Th is cohort followed in the SACOS was widely regarded as the who contributed to football. For example, illustrious footsteps of Ralph Hendricb, foremost anti-ofxirtheid sports organisation Gareth van DerHaer, Bernard Hartse, Rashid of the 1970s and 1980s, which mobilised CA MEYER LEAGUE AFTER (CHONG Khan and Hans M oses who also played in under the powerful slogan of 'no normal MEYER) the same Pirates' team. Unfortunately, the sport in an abnormal society'. CC Lewis League after Colin Lewis a latter were forced out of Orlando Pirates leading official and referee. He eventually because George Thabe, a leading figure TOURNAMENTS emigrated to Australia. in football, embraced the government's The Carrim Dharsey Challenge Cup was the Sponsorships in the 1 9 8 0 s became a racial segregation and was instrumental in most prestigious knockout cup tournament central focus of the BFA. For instance, Rays creating the N PSL, which did not allow among BFA competitions that teams looked Magic Motors confirmed their sponsorship of coloureds and Africans to play together forward to playing. Born out of the tragedy the Premier League to the tune of R1 0 0 0 in .The Orlando Pirates team including the of Carrim Dharsey's murder on 2June 1 9 7 9 , 1 7 July 1 9 8 4 . C yril Linden (Vice Chairman) famous 5 was widely regarded as the he had been Vice Chairperson of the BFA successfully negotiated a sponsorship from best team in the country at the time. It was and Aston Villa (chairperson) at the time. Coca Cola. Coca Cola went on to sponsor an unfortunate episode, which revealed The Dharsey family donated 2 2 trophies in the BFA for over 3 0 years and played a the willingness of some black people to M ay 1 9 8 4 as mementos for the Dharsey major part in the developments including the implement apartheid policies. Th is marked Challenge Cup. On the 2 June 1 9 7 9 the erection of the main stand in the stadium. donating 3 portable fields in 2 0 1 0 and kit a donation from BFA. Evidence of this is rugby grounds in Newlands Oval and for all the juniors during the FIFA World Cup. supported by a letter of gratitude sent by Longdale stadium. Two BFA pitches would Other corporate supporters include Edgar JHB Child Welfare which was noted by BFA be marked for rugby and football. Rugby M ills, Gencor Development Fund who in the general minutes of 2 5 July 1 9 9 9 . was played on a Saturday afternoon and sent a letter of support plus a donation of on Sunday morning the football. The BFA R 5 0 0 . BB Jobbers donated kit for wearing FIGHTING FOR 'HOME GROUND' led the fight for their own enclosed ground in tournaments. There were a number of boardroom battles or stadium. Bosmont Chelsea officials Pat Sponsorship for the premier league to fought with the council on BFA's behalf. Sass and Dr Vernon Meyer wholeheartedly the amount of R2 0 0 0 was accepted from Late 7 0 s practice lights were installed by support this initiative. The city council had Curtin and Sons Motors Oune 1 98 7). At a council. Yet this was a period of fighting by March 1 9 8 4 enclosed the 'F' pitch at general meeting held at the Bosmont Hotel for the gravel pitches to be supplanted with Bosmont following a protracted process of on the 16th June 1 9 8 7 ,the sponsorship grass. negotiations with BFA since the early 70s. for the premier league was raised to the Bosmont Chelsea was allowed the use of The association had contributed R2 0 0 0 amount of R 3 0 0 0 as given and accepted the Longdale stadium (now BillJardine Rugby towards the construction, matching the city by the league from Curtin and Son Motors. stadium) on Sundays as their home ground. council rand for rand, so that BFA could Th is was a big leap from the 1 9 8 5 league Close working relationship among SACOS at least have a larger stadium than what sponsorship. In this regard, clubs were sports codes always evident. Longdale the council had planned. Th is eventually requested to support the sponsors. stadium was a Transvaal Independent became Bosmont Chelsea's home ground. However, BFA was not always receiving Rugby Union (TIRFU) ground yet allowing By 1 9 8 5 , M r Fisher reported that after a but also made some donations. For football to be played there. TIRFU shared meeting with the city council by M essrs B. example, it was decided on 20th March the Bosmont ground in the early 1970's L Gaffney and F. E. Benkes that preparation 1 9 8 4 at a meeting held in Coronationville before they won the right to dedicated for the erection of a security fence on the 'F' Centre that an Easter tournament would be held in aid of Operation Hunger which was under the auspices of the Institute of Race Relations. Every club entering the tournament was required to pay an affiliation fee of R25 with the profits that were made being donated to the cause. Later in 1 9 8 7 , Operation Hunger received a RlO O donation following an appeal made to the BFA management committee. Meanwhile, following an appeal to the association from the Methodist Church of SA, Jordan House to sponsor one of their projects; it was agreed that the appeal was above the association's ability. Nonetheless, the committee agreed to donate an amount of R 1 0 0 .0 0 for the aged. The Joha n nesbu rg Mahomed Sibda meeting the Western Province team before playing Transvaal in the first Child Welfare organisation once received decentralised SA S F Tournament 1 9 8 4 Athlone Stadium

The Transvaal team that played the last SA S F Inter-Provincial Finals in Lenasia in 19 8 3 included 7 BFA players and Manager Michael Kahn, Leonard Abrahams, Malcolm Louw, Mohamed M ia, Jonathan Adams, Farad Dharsey, George Carpede, Paul Sang ion.

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