Chippa United has promoted Kwanele Kopo to head coach for the 2024/25 DStv Premiership season.
The Chilli Boys ended their recently completed league campaign under the guise of co-coaches Kopo and Thabo September.
The pair took over from Morgan Mammila after a run of poor results and managed to do enough to keep the side in the top-flight and convince Chairman Siviwe Mpengesi to retain the duo’s services, although September will now take up an assistant post.
A Chippa statement read: “Chippa United FC is pleased to announce developments within our technical team as we embark on the new 2024/25 season.
“Last season, Coach Kwanele Kopo and Coach Thabo September stepped into the role of co-coaches midway through the season, tasked with the critical objective of maintaining our club’s status and improving our league standing.
“Under their leadership, the objective was met with 11 points clear of the relegation zone. Their success in achieving this goal has laid a strong foundation for the future of the club.
“As we enter the new season, our objectives have evolved. No longer are we simply aiming to survive; we are committed to competing vigorously in our home games and focusing on developing talent from the Eastern Cape. This is a mission that extends beyond our coaching staff to include all stakeholders of Chippa United FC.
“In alignment with these new objectives, the club has decided to appoint Kwanele Kopo as the head coach for the 2024/25 season. Thabo September will take on the role of assistant coach.
“Coach September’s extensive experience in player development, particularly at the reserve and developmental levels, positions him perfectly to spearhead our efforts in nurturing local talent from the Eastern Cape and bringing them into our First Team.
“We believe this directive will enhance our competitive edge and help us fulfill our commitment to being the pride of the Eastern Cape. We remain unapologetically dedicated to our Province and our mission.”