Orange Farm’s young cricket stars have once again given their community a reason to celebrate after the Orange Farm Girls Cricket Team was crowned champions of the Renegades Night Series 2026, adding another major achievement to their growing list of honours.
The team secured the title on Saturday, 29 August 2026, after producing an impressive unbeaten run throughout the tournament. The girls played five matches without suffering a defeat, displaying determination, discipline and strong teamwork as they competed their way to the championship.
Adding to the celebrations was captain Zama Sithole, who received the Bowler of the Tournament award following an outstanding individual performance. Her achievement highlighted not only her contribution to the team’s success but also the growing pool of talented young female cricketers emerging from Orange Farm.
The latest victory continues what has become an impressive period of success for the club. The Orange Farm girls were crowned Lions School League champions during both the 2023/24 and 2024/25 seasons, winning the title twice in succession. They followed those achievements by claiming the Jozi Cup in 2026 before adding the Renegades Night Series trophy to their collection.
Behind the team’s performances is a dedicated technical team consisting of Coach Bongani Ramathe, Coach Retshi Moleko, Nokuthula Kalanga and Bufelo. Their work has focused not only on developing the players’ cricketing abilities, but also on creating an environment where young girls can build confidence, discipline and a sense of purpose through sport.
Ramathe said the latest championship was a reflection of the commitment shown by the players both during training and on match days, adding that the club wants to continue creating opportunities for girls in the community. “We are extremely proud of what these girls continue to achieve. They work hard, they listen, they support one another and they have shown that young girls from Orange Farm can compete and succeed when they are given the right opportunities. For us, this is bigger than winning trophies. We want to develop confident young women and use cricket to give them a positive path for their future,” said Ramathe.
Despite the club’s growing success, limited resources remain a challenge. The Orange Farm Cricket Club is therefore appealing to local businesses, organisations and community members to come forward and support the girls as they continue developing and competing in tournaments. The club particularly needs assistance with playing kits, training equipment and transport, which are essential in ensuring that players are able to attend training sessions and competitions. Sponsorship would also help the club build on its recent achievements while creating opportunities for more young girls from Orange Farm to participate in organised sport.
Ramathe said support from businesses and residents could make a meaningful difference to the programme and ensure that financial challenges do not prevent talented players from reaching their full potential. The club believes its achievements demonstrate the talent that exists within township communities when young people are provided with proper guidance and opportunities. From the dusty streets of Orange Farm to lifting championship trophies, the girls have become an example of what dedication, teamwork and community support can achieve.
Businesses, organisations or individuals interested in sponsoring or supporting the Orange Farm Cricket Club girls can contact 073 573 2540 or 067 251 3748.
