Ekstein backs Zwane’s youth-driven approach at AmaZulu

ARTHUR Zwane and AmaZulu’s approach of building the team around youngsters appears to be a match made in heaven.

- MIHLALI BALEKA.

That is why Hendrick Ekstein says the senior players are determined to help carry out the club’ vision.Zwane has enjoyed an impressive run this season, guiding the team to fourth place in the Betway Premiership and into the Nedbank Cup last 16 so far, after beginning the campaign as sole head coach.

The 52-year-old’s progress stems from a shift in approach during preseason. The club released ageing and underperforming veterans while integrating a number of youngsters into the squad, mapping out the club’s future.

As a result, players such as Nkosikhona Radebe, Liam Bern, Langelihle Mhlongo, and Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya have been central to the team’s exploits this season.

Working with young players is a familiar concept for “10111”, as providing that space and platform laid the foundation of his coaching career at his former club.