Chippa Announce Coaching Changes
Chippa United have confirmed that they have gone away from the co-coaching setup and Kwanele Kopo will be the club’s new head coach, while Thabo September will be his assistant.
Kopo and September took over from Morgan Mammila, who was named technical director at the time but later claimed he was still involved in the coaching, in January.
The duo won four games, draw three and lost just two, which was enough to secure the club’s status.
With the Chilli Boys entering a period of structural changes and also having gone away from their traditional loaning model (as reported in this week’s iDiski Times digi-paper, edition 163), the club have now confirmed a revamp in their technical team.
“Chippa United FC is pleased to announce developments within our technical team as we embark on the new 2024/25 season,” the club stated.
“Last season, Coach Kwanele Kopo and Coach Thabo September stepped into the role of co-coaches midway through the season, tasked with the critical objective of maintaining our club’s status and improving our league standing.
“Under their leadership, the objective was met with 11 points clear of the relegation zone. Their success in achieving this goal has laid a strong foundation for the future of the club.
“As we enter the new season, our objectives have evolved. No longer are we simply aiming to survive; we are committed to competing vigorously in our home games and focusing on developing talent from the Eastern Cape. This is a mission that extends beyond our coaching staff to include all stakeholders of Chippa United FC.
“In alignment with these new objectives, the club has decided to appoint Kwanele Kopo as the head coach for the 2024/25 season. Thabo September will take on the role of assistant coach.
“Coach September’s extensive experience in player development, particularly at the reserve and developmental levels, positions him perfectly to spearhead our efforts in nurturing local talent from the Eastern Cape and bringing them into our First Team.
“We believe this directive will enhance our competitive edge and help us fulfil our commitment to being the pride of the Eastern Cape. We remain unapologetically dedicated to our Province and our mission.”