… First soccer player to have customised sneakers in the country
BY FIONA MOTSA
MBABANE– Eswatini soccer star Felix Badenhorst has joined the ranks of International soccer stars like David Beckham and Lionel Messi in being the first liSwati soccer player to own customized sneakers.
Badenhorst is regarded as one of the top attacking Middle field players in Eswatini having been playing for almost 16 years.
This reporter sought comment from the soccer star who mentioned that the customised sneakers are his way of embracing Eswatini brands.
“As liSwati, I find it of utmost importance to support our local brands and invest in our brands.
“I have seen that international soccer stars have their own brands which are thriving and I decided to create mine this year. I realise that a person grows if they start their own business which is why my customized sneakers cater for both the young and the older emaSwati. The shoes start from size three and come in a variety of colors such as blue, green, white, black and nude,” said Badenhorst.
The Mbabane Swallows middle fielder further mentioned that the sneakers can be purchased at his shop which is located at Checkers Business Park.
“The sneakers can be purchased at FB7 Sports Shop at Checkers Business Park and are retailing at E700 per pair,” he said.
About Felix Badenhorst
Felix Gerson Badenhorst (born 12 June 1989) is a Liswati professional footballer who currently plays for Mbabane Swallows F.C. in the MTN Premier Soccer League of Eswatini.
The midfielder began his career with Manzini Wanderers and was in 2008 a half year on loan with South African club Intsha Sporting. He later played for Jomo Cosmos and on loan for Manzini Wanderers. Before joining AS Vita Club he was a Mbabane Swallows F.C. player.
In October 2020 Badenhorst joined TS Galaxy of the South African Premier Soccer League from Mbombela United.
