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Sayda Youth In Sports

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SAYDA YOUTH IN SPORTS

Sayda Youth In Sports is a division of Southern African Youth Development Agency.

Sayda Youth In Sports is a sport development project under Southern African Youth Development Agency (SAYDA) that uses sport as a tool for empowerment, education, and community building. The project depends largely on effective partnerships and networking with community groups, service providers, facility operators, local authorities, and voluntary organizations to create opportunities for young people.

"Sport has the power to change the world."
- Nelson Mandela

Sayda Youth In Sports Project

Sports Development Project

sys@sayda.org.za

Our PROJECT

Who we are...

Sayda Youth In Sports

  • Provide opportunities for young people to develop sports career pathways to higher leagues.
  • Our objective is to identify, develop, and nurture young talent through structured trials, sport-specific training, and educational integration, while fostering partnerships that promote youth empowerment, community engagement, healthy lifestyles, and pathways to both recreational and professional sport opportunities.
  • Our mission is to empower and inspire young people through sport by providing opportunities for talent discovery, skill development, and education, while fostering values of teamwork, discipline, leadership, and resilience. Through strong partnerships and community collaboration, the project seeks to build healthier, confident, and capable youth who can thrive both on and off the field.

What We Do

At Sayda Youth In Sports, we use the power of sport as a catalyst for youth development and education. Our work focuses on:

  • 🔎 Talent Identification – Hosting trials and assessments to discover sporting potential among young people in diverse communities.
  • 🏅 Skill Development & Training – Providing structured, sport-specific coaching and training to nurture and strengthen athletic abilities.
  • 📚 Education Through Sport – Integrating sport with learning to promote discipline, teamwork, leadership, and life skills.
  • 🤝 Partnerships & Collaboration – Working with community groups, facility operators, local authorities, schools, and voluntary organizations to maximize opportunities.
  • 🌍 Pathways & Opportunities – Creating access to both recreational and professional sport platforms, while encouraging active lifestyles and healthy living.

Our ROLE IN TOWnSHIP sports

Sayda Youth In Sports plays a pivotal role in revitalizing and strengthening township sports by creating accessible platforms where young people can discover and grow their athletic potential. We work directly within township communities to:

  • Provide Access & Opportunity – Bringing sport programmes, coaching, and facilities closer to young people who might otherwise be excluded.
  • Identify & Nurture Talent – Running trials and grassroots development initiatives to spot promising athletes and guide them through structured training pathways.
  • Integrate Sport with Education – Using sport as a tool to instill discipline, teamwork, and leadership, while reinforcing academic growth.
  • Empower Communities – Partnering with schools, local clubs, and community organizations to ensure township youth are supported holistically.
  • Promote Healthy Lifestyles – Encouraging active living and well-being, helping to reduce the social challenges that often affect township communities.

Pathways Beyond Sport

At Sayda Youth In Sports, we believe that sport is more than just a game — it is a gateway to education, employment, and personal growth. Beyond developing athletic talent, we create opportunities for young people to explore career pathways in coaching, refereeing, sports management, fitness training, and event coordination.

Through mentorship and partnerships with schools, community organizations, and professional bodies, we ensure that township youth gain the skills, confidence, and networks needed to succeed both on and off the field. By linking sport with education and employability, Sayda Youth In Sports empowers young people to transform passion into lifelong opportunities.

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