We interview legendary striker Jerry Sikhosana about his time at Pirates, a dream come true

947’s Robert Marawa catches up with retired football player Jerry Sikhosana.

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The legendary striker was known for his time at Orlando Pirates in the 1990s.

He is a formidable goal-scorer, nicknamed ‘Legs of Thunder’ for his epic shots at the net.

He famously scored a hat-trick at the 1996 Bob Save Super Bowl semifinal against Kaizer Chiefs.

“I was always looking forward to putting my name with the Pirates team… [my first year] was difficult…” 

– Jerry Sikhosana

After his playing career, he went on to become an owner of the ABC Motsepe League side Blue Lions. 

He has also mentored several players from the development level to the high ranks, including Thabo Matlaba of Royal AM, Punch Masenamela of Kaizer Chiefs, and Themba Zwane of Mamelodi Sundowns.

“The players I will always raise my hand for… that I blossomed and coached… always telling them how to get there and how to hold themselves to be better players… the list is endless.” 

– Jerry Sikhosana

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