Groenewald believes that sport truly has the power to change the world, especially in Africa where it has not only the power to inspire but also the power to unite people in a way that little else can. Although this project is on a small scale, Groenewald has realised that even the little things can make a difference, and that the joy children derive from playing a game of soccer or hopscotch is priceless! "It is amazing to see how much one can do with so little. Initiative and enthusiasm go a long way to inspire these children whose lives receive so little attention, and who have neither the chance to develop, nor the opportunity to try new things," thus Groenewald.


Groenewald recently returned from a trip to Swaziland where she conducted a coaching clinic for 30 coaches at the Usutu School in Mbabane. Groenewald also visited the Sandra Lee Orphanage and the Noah’s Ark Kids centre. There are plans to return to Swaziland for a more intense trip targeting 200 kids, as well as trips to Zambia in April and Zimbabwe in June. Closer to home Groenewald also has plans to be involved with a kids centre in Durban.

“Every moment is a gift and I have every intention to spend it on things that matter and that create happiness and joy!”