Drunken Pandas’ departure from the league marks a significant shift in the current season’s dynamics. Their exit, after competing in merely two matches against Old Parks and Old Parks 2, forces a strategic reshuffle. These matches will now be regarded as null and void. Flying Eagles FC will step into their slot.

Flying Eagles FC’s ground are at Laerskool Culembeeck Primary School.

To accommodate this change, a revised fixture calendar has been prepared. Teams that previously played against Drunken Pandas will now engage in double headers with the Flying Eagles FC. This adjustment ensures a balanced and full schedule.

Please review the updated fixture calendar attached for a detailed overview of the revised matchups and dates.

Best wishes for 2024 to you all from the committee. Trusting that everyone had a rest and got fit during the break “like you should have”?

The committee had a meeting with the RCLFA towards the end of ‘23 to discuss ways in which we can become more compliant with SAFA and the league needed certain SAFA requirements from us as The Gauteng RCLFA Vets Masters.

Herewith the following

1. I urgently need the name of the club admin representative, contact details, email address and copy of ID E MAILED through to me nic@rushsoccer.co.za please for the leagues records and MY SAFA communication.
2. ⁠Mandatory Player Cards – Going forward as from the 24th January, no player will be permitted to play without a valid SAFA/RCLFA player card
3. ⁠Each card will cost R20
4. ⁠Each club needs to request from their members a photo showing the face and a copy of the corresponding ID to go with it the ID photo.
5. ⁠The responsible person of the club must ensure that all the members taking part in the league are loaded onto MY SAFA (please contact Greg Green – Secretary RCLFA on how to log in) and registered before kick off of the 2nd game of the season I.e. 24th January 2024. Greg’s email: office@rclfa.com & cell 062 299 2041
6. ⁠Any player without a valid, authentic players card will not be permitted to play. Please bear in mind, if you have an existing card from another club, the system will flag it, delay registration and a clearance letter will be requested from your previous club that the player is in good standing and free to leave the previous club. The completion of this process can only be done by THE RCLFA and not THE CLUB.
7. ⁠Once all the info has been loaded, a leverage arch FILE must be compiled and handed over to Olaf (Panorama FC) for safe keeping by the Vets Masters League.
8. ⁠Finally, we would like to wish Mike from Drunken Pandas well. Unfortunately they have withdrawn from the league and have been replaced by Flying Eagles FC Vets, Mpho, who play out of Culembeeck Primary School/ Roodepoort.
9. ⁠That’s all for now, the log will be updated and we good to commence on Wednesday, 17th.
10. ⁠Please remember, to confirm your games with your opponents and contact Cliff (ref convener) to card your 2 officials per game.
11. ⁠The fees per Ref will remain unchanged at R250 per official until further notice which must be paid before kick off at each game .

As the curtain fell on the exhilarating 2023 football season, a reduced schedule unfolded in both divisions, a direct consequence of the challenges at Balfour.

In the top-tier Division 1, Atletico demonstrated remarkable resilience, securing a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Panorama. Meanwhile, Sundowners further solidified their credentials with an emphatic 5-0 win over Randburg.

Shifting focus to Division 2, Lenasia’s remarkable winning streak continued unabated. Their sixth consecutive victory, a 6-0 win against GPMI, cements their reputation as the division’s powerhouse. In another notable encounter, Old Parks edged out Florida in a nail-biting 1-0 victory.

As we bid adieu to an eventful 2023 season, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the teams for their relentless spirit and unforgettable performances. The anticipation for what 2024 holds is already building. Here’s to another year of breathtaking football!

In Division 1 Sundonwers continued their climb to the top with a 7-2 win against Leeds. Panorama and Joburg City shared a point with a 1-1 draw while Joburg Friends beat Randburg 2-0

In Division 2 Lenasia stayed on top with a 6-4 win against Rush, and Old Parks 2 picked up a win against Randfontein. Old Parks 1 and GPMI shared a point wiht a 1-1 draw.

In the thrilling world of Division 1 football, Global United maintained their unblemished record with a 3-1 victory over Jozi Friends.
Meanwhile, Panorama emerged victorious in a high-scoring duel against Highlands Park A, clinching a 4-2 win. In another closely contested match, Sundowners triumphed in an away game against Joburg Atletico with a nail-biting 4-3 scoreline.

The Division 1 landscape was not without its controversies, as the Joburg City versus Leeds match has come under scrutiny.

Shifting focus to Division 2, Lenasia continued to mirror the success of their Division 1 counterparts by also preserving their perfect record. They edged out Randfontein in a tightly contested 2-1 victory.
Florida outplayed Rush with an overwhelming 7-2 victory, while Drunken Pandas and Old Parks 2 faced off in a gripping encounter that ended in a 3-3 draw.

Rounding off the Division 2 action, Old Parks 1 secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Warriors.

In the shadow of ongoing Eskom disruptions, the vets league faced another challenging evening. The power issues led to the postponement of several key games, complicating the already tight schedule for catch-up matches.

In Division 1 action, a closely contested battle saw Panorama succumb to Global with a narrow 2-1 defeat. Meanwhile, Sundowners FC swon in a thrilling encounter against Joburg City, clinching a resounding 5-2 victory.

Over in Division 2, GPMI delivered an impressive performance, overpowering Rush with a decisive 6-2 win. Lenasia, maintaining their impeccable form this season, secured a 3-1 victory in their away game against Florida, continuing their streak of 100% wins. In another match, Old Parks 1 triumphed over Randfontein with a clean 3-0 scoreline in an away game

In a night shadowed by Eskom’s power issues, a limited slate of games unfolded.

In Division 1, Global delivered a commanding performance, beating Leeds with a decisive 4-1 victory.
Sundowners played 2 days later and beat Highlands Park A 4-2

Shifting focus to Division 2, Lenasia overpowered Old Parks 2 in a thrilling 5-2 match. However, the match between Old Parks and Drunken Pandas was mired in controversy. Allegations of age-related cheating have prompted an official investigation. As a result, Old Parks has been awarded a default 3-0 victory. GPMI adn Ranfontein finished 1-1

The opening round of Division 1 saw Global secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sundowners, while Atletico demonstrated their prowess with a commanding 5-2 triumph over Leeds.
However, the clash between reigning champions Highlands Park and Jozi Friends was deferred to a later date.

The match between Joburg City and Randburg AFC is currently under official review following an unfortunate incident of violence on the pitch, casting a shadow over the game’s outcome.

Meanwhile, in Division 2, the season kicked off with a goal-fest as Old Parks 2 and Old Parks 1 battled to an electrifying 5-5 draw.
Lenasia emerged victorious against Warriors with a solid 4-2 win.
Elsewhere, Florida beat GPMI in a decisive 6-2 win, and Randfontein overcame Rush with a clean 3-0 scoreline.

Please note that some teams are still discussing their home venues, so the calendars may change last minute!

Division 1

Please refer to the official list of fixtures here

Division 2

Please refer to the official list of fixtures here

The 2023/24 Vets Summer League is poised for an electrifying comeback on November 8th, reverting to its traditional structure of two divisions, each comprising nine teams. This restructuring comes on the heels of the dynamic promotion and relegation process witnessed in the last Summer League.

To ensure a robust and competitive league, adjustments have been made. These exceptions cater to the league’s equilibrium, considering the new teams that joined in the winter as well as those that have departed.

Division 1 will have:

• Summer League Champions 2022/23 Global United
• Winter League Champions 2023 Highlands Park A
• Jozi Friends
• Sundowners FC
• Joburg Atletico
• Leeds
• Summer League Division 2 Winners Panorama
• Summer League Division 2 Runner-up Randburg AFC
• Winter League Division 3 Champions Joburg City

Division 2 will have:

• Sandton Warriors
• Old Parks 1
• Old Parks 2
• Lenasia Old Boys
• Rush FC
• GPMI FC
• Florida Albion
• Randfontein
• Drunken Pandas

The opening round of matches on November 8th promises to set the tempo for a season of thrilling football.

The league schedule will be released promptly, ensuring teams and fans alike can prepare for the excitement that lies ahead.