Lifting the Covers | Only One Black African? Part 1

This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation where Jody and Russel take a deep dive dialogue into the current realities of transformation in South African Cricket to systemically dismantle the ongoing archaic & covert collusions that still have cricketers from all walks of life feeling excluded from a system that should be encouraging their inner champion to be shown with freedom. In this 2 part conversation, they cover… - Increased attention to issues of race and transformation in cricket, especially during the World Cup. - Need for social justice, inclusivity, and having difficult conversations while listening to diverse perspectives. - Complexities of South African cricket and society, focusing on apartheid's legacy and ongoing race relations. - Identifying and nurturing black African cricketing talent, balancing performance with development. - Emphasizing meritocracy, inclusiveness, and addressing systemic issues in team composition. - Legacy of apartheid in South African cricket and problems with current approaches. - Importance of clear communication, people-centric leadership, and upholding equality. - Challenging stereotypes that township players cannot compete internationally and developing unique strategies and talent. - Addressing gatekeeping attitudes and hierarchical structures excluding non-white individuals. - Transformative approaches to create a supportive environment for all. - Preference for white cricketers over black African ones within the Cricket Union, and the need for a mindset shift to foster community connection and belonging. - Authentic self-reflection and challenging systemic issues within the community. - Necessity of unity, equality, and collective effort towards common goals. - Individual contribution, faith in oneself, and nuanced communication for inclusivity. - Concerns about the lack of black talent in high-level cricket in South Africa. - Ineffective development programs for black African cricketers despite investment, and favoritism towards privileged children, highlighting the need for transparency through personal examples. CONNECT WITH JODY www.jodymartins.co CONNECT WITH RUSSEL www.spiritedcricket.org.za

Link to Firdose Moonda Articlehttps://www.espncricinfo.com/story/south-africa-2024-t20-world-cup-provisional-squad-criticised-for-failing-to-meet-transformation-targets-set-by-csa-1433751Link to Gasant Abarder Articlehttps://www.capetownetc.com/news/a-slice-of-gasant-abarder/i-cant-wait-for-the-lily-white-proteas-to-choke-at-the-t20-world-cup/?fbclid=IwAR2vjXiwfFvjtj5phLXYLPqFKk92H2mQIqRWJYS6sepctTzJWt56Or6TeuI_aem_AdnmMsASX7LKVdtS3P1_hLb0_l-Y1oiwwnNKGssp2E_vFZoEvFqEt9M35wqGwG5zrsc_rnbTa92AmHjWEvs3XWcD

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