CHIPPA UNITED UNVEIL NEW SIGNINGS

Wednesday, 13 July 2016, Port Elizabeth: Chippa United is delighted to announce the signing of 17 new players ahead of what promises to be a thrilling 2016/2017 season.

 

The Nelson Mandela Bay Metro-based outfit thrilled fans last season with its ‘possession football’, securing a Top 8 finish for the first time in the Club’s history. The success saw the Club losing influential players at the end of last season.

 

In a bid to strengthen the side, the Technical Team led by Head Coach, Dan Malesela went on a recruitment drive during the off-season.

 

“We are pleased with the players we have signed ahead of the new season, and I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Chairman, Mr Siviwe Mpengesi and the rest of the Management for their continued support,” said Head Coach Dan Malesela.

 

“I have had an opportunity to work with most of our new signings at various levels and have no doubt that they fit our style of play and will add value to the team.

 

“We have recruited a young and exciting bunch of players who are eager to make a name for themselves, and contribute to the team’s objective.

 

We also managed to retain the core of the players we had last season despite interest from other teams. We are aware of the challenges ahead, and the expectations from our fans and partners after what was an impressive season for us.

 

We know that we cannot rest on our laurels. We must continue to work harder to bring joy to our supporters nationwide. We cannot do this alone as the Technical Team, we need your support in order for us to take this brand to another level,” added Malesela.

 

Executive Chairman, ‘Chippa’ Mpengesi said Management has created an environment for the team to succeed this season; “We have undergone a process of restructuring to ensure that we create an environment conducive for the team to continue to grow. This is in line with our theme #SeasonOfGrowth.

 

“We are confident going into the new season, but have no illusions about the amount of work required to meet our objectives, among them to remain in the top eight and challenge for a trophy. We want to remain competitive and make both Nelson Mandela Stadium and Absa Stadium our fortresses.

 

“We have a solid Management team, and a stable Technical Team for the first time in a while. I am confident that the people we have on board are highly professional people, who are passionate about this Club. We want to continue growing as a football Club and most importantly support the efforts of the Head Coach, Dan Malesela.

 

I would like to urge the fans to continue to rally behind the Chippa brand.  Together I have no doubt we will do even better this season,” added Mpengesi.

 

Chippa United will depart on 24 July to Kwa-Zulu Natal for a two-week pre-season camp, followed by a week in Johannesburg as part of the preparation for the upcoming season. The Club has arranged couple of friendly matches in both KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng.

 

 

Player Profiles

 

1. Sherwin Kieth Bailey (Promoted from Chippa United Development)

 

Date of Birth: 26 April 1993

 

Place of Birth: Arcadia, Port Elizabeth

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: Glenville, ASD Cape Town, Glenedene United, Callies, Chippa United Multi Choice Diski

 

2. Bulumko Rubushe Ceki (Promoted from Chippa United Development)

 

Date of Birth: 22 April 1996

 

Place of Birth: Zwide, Port Elizabeth

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: Callies, Leeds United, Chippa United Multi Choice Diski

 

3. Xolani Mdaki

 

Nickname: Slaughter

 

Date of Birth: O7 July 1992

 

Place of Birth: Daveyton

 

Position: Defender

 

Previous Clubs: Puk Tawana, Mamelodi Sundowns, Santos, Djurgardens IF (Sweden), Vasco Da Gama, FC Cape Town

 

Honours: U17 (15 caps 2 goals), U20 (4 Caps), U23 (1 Cap)

 

 

4. Vusumuzi Mncube

 

Nickname: Skheshekheshe

 

Date of Birth: 6 September 1993

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: Pubs, Cape Town All Stars, JDR

 

5. Sizwe Mdlinzo

 

Nickname: Bhasa

 

Date of Birth: 11 March 1992

 

Place of Birth: Chatsworth, Durban

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: Newcastle Sicilians, Mlazi All Stars, Cape Town All Stars

 

6. Strydom Wambi

 

Date of Birth: 25 December 1986

 

Place of Birth: Tembisa, Johannesburg

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: M Tigers, Jomo Cosmos, United FC, Cape Town Stars

 

7. Paseka Maku

 

Date of Birth: 01 April 1994

 

Place of Birth: Gamolapo, Limpopo

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Honours: Under 23 (3 Caps)

 

8. Phetolo Sekome

 

Date of Birth: 22 March 1991

 

Place of Birth: Bushbuckridge, Mpumalanga

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: Dynamos, Mpumalanga Black Aces, Mbombela United

 

Honours: First Division Playoffs with Mbombela United 2012/2013 Season

 

9. Tshwarelo Bereng

 

Date of Birth: 30 October 1990

 

Place of Birth: Klegsdorp, North West

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: KUC, Digagabi, ALS Puk Tawana, United FC, Moroka Swallows, Cape Town All Stars

 

10. Conrad Lesang Madolo

 

Date of Birth: 16 December 1984

 

Position: Midfielder

 

Previous Clubs: School of Excellence, Maritzburg City, North West Tigers, Bloemfontein Young Tigers, African Worriers, United FC, Jomo Cosmos

 

 

11. Siphesihle Stuurman

 

Date of Birth: 14 February 1993

 

Place of Birth: Veeplaas, Port Elizabeth

 

Position: Defender

 

Previous Clubs: Young Idols, Morning Stars, Bay Stars, Chippa United, Cape Town All Stars, Vasco Da Gama

 

12. Bongani Drogba Ndulula

 

Date of Birth: 29 November 1989

 

Place of Birth: Alwal North

 

Position: Forward

 

Previous Clubs: Youngsters, Blackburn Rovers, Bloemfontein Celtic, Orlando Pirates, AmaZulu, Kaizer Chiefs

 

Honours: Absa Premiership (Twice), Nedbank Cup, Telkom Cup, MTN8 (all with Orlando Pirates)

 

Caps: U23 (15 Caps 15 Goals), (Caps, 2 goals)

 

13. Kristopher Bergman (Recalled from loan – Cape Town All Stars)

 

Date of Birth: 31 January 1989

 

Place of Birth: Mowbray, Cape Town

 

Position: Defender

 

Previous Clubs: Santos, Cape Town All Stars (Loan),

 

Caps: U23 (2 Caps)

 

14. Zama Happy Dlamini

 

Date of Birth: 12 December 1991

 

Place of Birth: Mbalenhle, Mpumalanga

 

Position: Goalkeeper

 

Honours: PlayOff with Aces, Absa Premiership (Mamelodi Sundowns), Witbank Spurs

 

15. Veli Muthwa

 

Date of Birth: 12 February 1991

 

Place of Birth: Zebediela, Limpopo

 

Position: Goalkeeper

 

Clubs: Development Tuks, Baroka FC, Chippa United, Baroka FC

 

Honours: Vodacom League (Twice with Chippa United and Baroka FC)

 

 

David Zulu is back at Chippa United this season on loan from Kaizer Chiefs.