The 2017 Men’s U23 World Championship marks South Africa’s third appearance at the event, having played at the most recent championships in 2013 and 2009. After dominating opposing teams at the U23 African World Championship qualifier, the South African team enters the tournament looking to improve on their previous two 11th place finishes.
History at the World Championship
- 2013 – Adana, Turkey – 11th place
- 2009 – Paris, France – 11th place
Team Roster
No. |
NAME |
CLASS |
DATE OF BIRTH |
HOMETOWN |
| 4 | Bofelo Ramonne | 3.0 | 27-Jul-2002 | Kuruman |
| 6 | Siyanda Dube | 1.0 | 11-Apr-1997 | Durban |
| 7 | Warren Tefu | 3.5 | 26-Feb-1997 | Johannesburg |
| 8 | Zakhele Shelembe | 1.5 | 19-Aug-1996 | Durban |
| 9 | Gcina Musawenkosi Dlamini | 2.0 | 09-May-1995 | Durban |
| 10 | Simangaye Shabalala | 4.5 | 02-Sep-1997 | Durban |
| 11 | Ayabonga Jim | 3.0 | 09-Jan-2001 | East London |
| 12 | Ronald Nkomo | 2.5 | 11-Apr-1996 | Johannesburg |
| 13 | Kwazi Kubheka | 3.5 | 02-Jun-1997 | Johannesburg |
| 14 | Elverno Rossouw | 2.5 | 22-May-2001 | Cape Town |
Coaching Staff: Head Coach : Gerhard Smith / Manager : Allen Mtatase / Physiotherapist : Riali Roos