Stanturf United FC

22/02/2026

𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙛 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙: 𝘽𝙪𝙞𝙡𝙩 𝙤𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙁𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮

Stanturf United’s qualification for the Bayhill Premier Cup 2026 is the result of careful planning, shared belief, and a strong foundation laid long before the first whistle of the playoffs. Coach Eugene Majiet reflects on the journey, the challenges faced along the way, and the mindset driving his team into one of South African youth football’s most prestigious tournaments.

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺

At the heart of Stanturf United’s campaign is continuity. Coach Majiet explains that the team was built around a core group of players who already shared a deep understanding of one another.

“We used the core of our U18 boys as they played the season together, and we recently added a few players during the playoffs,” he says. “Discipline, hard work and showing up for each other are values we try to instil in these boys. At Stanturf, we are all family.”

That sense of unity has become a defining trait of the squad, both on and off the pitch.

𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙍𝙤𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝘽𝙖𝙮𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙡

Qualification for Bayhill is never straightforward, and Coach Majiet is well aware of the mental demands that come with it.

“This year’s playoffs, we were fortunate enough to know what it takes to come out of these gruelling contests, as we’ve been there before,” he explains. “But we still had to get the boys into the right frame of mind. The mental part of football plays a vital role.”

Tactically, Stanturf United focused on adaptability, preparing different setups to counter various opponents encountered during the qualification stages.

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀

Like any demanding campaign, the journey came with setbacks. Conceding goals against the run of play tested the team’s resolve.

“We conceded a couple of goals against the run of play, which is normal,” Majiet admits. “We just had to remind the boys to keep their concentration levels up.”

That calm reinforcement from the technical team ensured the players stayed focused during key moments.

𝗔 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

When asked about a standout match, one fixture immediately stands out.

“The third‑round match against Eyethu FC,” says Majiet. “We led 2–1, they equalised early in the second half, and then we scored the winner in extra time. In that moment, you could see the determination and belief these boys had.”

It was a performance that captured the spirit of the team and underlined their readiness for the Bayhill stage.

𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀

As Stanturf United prepares to compete at the Bayhill Premier Cup 2026, the coach’s message to his squad is clear and heartfelt.

“Trust the process and the work we put in at training,” he says. “And like the youngsters of today say, go be great, kiddos.”

With preparation complete and belief firmly in place, Stanturf United arrive at Bayhill ready to test themselves against the best, carrying the values of discipline, unity and resilience every step of the way.

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 : Stanturf United’s technical team on the sidelines during the Bayhill Premier Cup qualification campaign, guiding the team through a demanding road to the tournament proper. Coach Waleed and Coach Eugene

Written by Lance Janari | Bayhill Premier Cup 2026 Media

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"Qualification is confirmed, a lot of people owe community clubs an apology. From the moment the draw was made, teams like ours were written off just because we were matched against so-called academies. The disrespect from those who claim to ‘know football’ has been unbelievable.

We may not have the fancy facilities, the endless resources, or the polished setups you take for granted — but what we do have is heart, character, and humility. That’s something money can’t buy, and it’s what keeps community football alive.

Our players show up after long days of work or study, juggling responsibilities, sacrificing time with family, and still giving everything on the pitch. That’s real commitment. That’s real football.

And yet, instead of lifting us up, too many voices in our own communities try to drag us down. But here’s the truth: every time negativity comes, we dig deeper, find courage, and rise above it.

So let us be clear: stop tearing down your own, and start showing support. Community football is the backbone of the game — without it, there is no future. Respect it, back it, and celebrate it.

We are Stanturf United. We play with pride, we play with heart, and we will never stop representing our community with courage and humility."

15/02/2026

Bayhill Premier Cup 2026 Qualification – Group B Round Robin

Our boys showed grit and determination across three tough fixtures at William Herbert Field:

🔹 Young Bafana FC 1 – 1 Stanturf United
A hard-fought opener where we matched a strong side and secured a crucial 2 points.

🔹 Aberdeen SC 0 – 1 Stanturf United
A disciplined performance and a decisive goal gave us all three points, keeping our qualification hopes alive.

🔹 Stanturf United 0 – 2 Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town
A challenging final clash against a quality opponent, but by then the groundwork had been laid — our earlier results ensured qualification.

And just like that, we qualify again for the Bayhill Premier Cup❤️

Massive respect to our players and management for their resilience, and heartfelt thanks to every supporter who came out to back the boys. Your energy and belief carried us through.

Now we look ahead with pride, faith, and determination. Together, we believe. Together, we achieve.

15/02/2026

Our boys came out victorious vs Aberdeen In our 2nd game.

14/02/2026

We walk away with a scored draw on day 1.

And now we rest well and live to fight another day.

12/02/2026

🔥⚽ Bayhill Premier Cup – Group B Round Robin Fixtures ⚽🔥

The stage is set at William Herbert Field for an action-packed weekend of football! Come out and support as the teams battle it out for glory in the Bayhill Premier Cup play offs.

📅 Saturday, 14 Feb
⏰ 10:15 | A Field
👉 Young Bafana FC vs Stanturf F.C.

📅 Sunday, 15 Feb
⏰ 10:15 | A Field
👉 Aberdeen SC vs Stanturf F.C.

⏰ 14:30 | A Field
👉 Stanturf F.C. vs Antalyaspor JPM Cape Town

💥 Don’t miss the excitement, the passion, and the talent on display. Bring your energy, your voices, and let’s make the stands roar!




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08/02/2026

📌 Official Club Statement – U19 Bayhill Premier Squad

Stanturf United Football Club wishes to formally inform our supporters, partners, and the wider football community that for the upcoming Round Robin phase of the Bayhill Premier Cup, we will not be registering or adding any external players to our U19 squad.

Our commitment is to continue this campaign with the talented group of players already within our club structure. This decision reflects our philosophy of developing and showcasing our own youth, who have demonstrated dedication, discipline, and unity throughout the competition.

We also want to sincerely acknowledge the many messages we have received from parents and players expressing interest in joining our club. We are grateful for this support and enthusiasm, and we thank everyone for considering Stanturf United as a place to grow and compete.

We appreciate the understanding and encouragement of our community as we remain focused on representing Stanturf United with pride and integrity.

Together, let’s stand behind our squad as they take on this next stage. 💙⚽

30/11/2025

30/11/2025

SUFC Tournament 2025 match officials. Well done boys and girls and thank you!!!