Ellis was speaking at a graduation ceremony at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) in Bellville on Thursday, where she was awarded with an honorary doctorate recognising her contribution to women’s football.
CAPE TOWN - Banyana Banyana coach, Desiree Ellis, is calling on those in positions of influence to lead by example.
Ellis said she has encouraged her players to invest in education so they can still continue to have a life after football. The Banyana Banyana coach has called on young girls in sport to continue working hard on their craft and not be deterred by failure.
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