Zwane integrating youngsters as AmaZulu search for identity

THE decision of AmaZulu to integrate more youngsters into the team excites coach Arthur Zwane who usually thrives when he’s working with young blood.

- MIHLALI BALEKA

Zwane started his first full season as the coach of AmaZulu last weekend, and lost 3-2 after extra-time to Stellenbosch in the MTN8 quarterfinal.

That was disappointing for AmaZulu as a win would have boosted their confidence for what's set to be a challenging season for all the teams due to a congested schedule.

Nevertheless, Zwane knows that Rome wasn't built in one day, and there are instances where they'll fall short along the way as they usher in a new era.

Usuthu got rid of 17 players at the end of last season, and the departed personnel mostly included seniors such as former vice-captain Ramahlwe Mphahlele.

They’ve largely bolstered the squad with youngsters from the development structures and other clubs such as Nkosikhona Radebe, 24, who was at TS Galaxy last season.

The prospect of working with youngsters has been welcomed by Zwane who impressed during his stint as the Kaizer Chiefs reserve team head coach.