Dumisani Chauke has emerged as one of the dynamic young leaders in South African netball after being elected Director of Coaches on the Netball South Africa (NSA) executive committee in October 2025. At just 39 years old, her election reflects a growing belief within the federation in empowering emerging leaders to help guide the sport’s next phase of growth and development.
Chauke described her new position as a significant opportunity for fresh perspectives and generational balance within NSA’s top leadership, emphasising that involving younger administrators is essential for sparking innovative strategies and fresh ideas to drive netball forward.
In her role as Director of Coaches, Chauke is committed to developing programmes that strengthen coaching at every level — from grassroots clubs to national teams. She has been vocal about the importance of equipping coaches with the skills and knowledge needed to elevate performance, deepen technical expertise and nurture the next generation of netball talent.
Chauke’s leadership philosophy goes beyond administration; she also sees coaching as a responsibility to uplift communities and instil positive values among athletes and young leaders alike. Her approach mirrors broader goals within NSA to enhance professional standards and create pathways for sustainable growth in the sport.
Her election comes at a pivotal time for South African netball. NSA has recently gone through organisational changes, including appointing Adam Brooke as CEO in early 2026 — a move aimed at strengthening governance, commercial growth, and long‑term development of the sport.
With strong support from the new executive and an ambitious vision for coaching excellence, Dumisani Chauke continues to be a promising figure in South African sport — one whose leadership is helping to shape the future of netball both on and off the court.