Veteran softball administrator, Benny Boshomane has announced that he is retiring from provincial leadership.
AS the annual general meeting to elect new office bearers to run the affairs of Limpopo Softball Association draws closer, the musical chairs are moving with mixed emotions.
The Limpopo softball fraternity is heading to the most testing elective congress scheduled for November 28 in Polokwane.
The elective congress will usher in a new era at a critical juncture when the game is steadily declining.
A critical moment raised the pulse when two of the top brass announced their departures from provincial leadership.
Renowned administrator, Benny
Boshomane, who is the incumbent deputy chairman, has made a shocking announcement that he was retiring from provincial administration after an illustrious commitment to the game.
His longevity in administration dates back to the glorious era of Great North Softball Association when he was tournaments director.
His unparalleled experience has caught the attention of Softball South Africa who entrusted him to travel overseas with men’s national teams.
A fine product of school sport administration, Boshomane has fared pretty well, endearing himself to the national softball community.
He announced his retirement during an LSA virtual meeting held on the evening of September 15.
His announcement was also followed by that of chairperson, Mokgadi
Moswatsi, the first ever woman to lead the provincial softball governing structure.
She cited ill-health as her reason for not returning to the administrative fold.
Moswatsi’s incumbency was marred by her perpetual absenteeism which forced Boshomane to cover for her throughout the term of office.
Boshomane says he leaves provincial softball satisfied, hoping that the game will left in capable hands.
“Being part of the leadership collective of softball in the province was some of the greatest moments of my sporting life. I have worked with various people from deferent backgrounds but we had one common interest of developing the game and leave a lasting legacy. We had our challenges but we overcame most of them.
‘As I bow out, I wish clubs could elect the best leaders to ensure that the ballgame flame is kept ablaze. We still have a long way to go and this beloved sport needs committed and capable leadership. As for me, I’ll still be around and available to offer any help and wise counsel,” says Boshomane.
The erstwhile teacher has a long history of school sports administration and still hold a key position at SSA.
It remains unclear whether Moswatsi will also step aside as team manager of the senior women’s team.