DAYNE SAMBOER
Sport Coordinator/ Coach/ Educator
Gqeberha
Summary
Experienced sport administrator, coach, and educator with over 7 years’ experience managing school sport programs across school, provincial, and club environments. Proven ability in sport coordination, fixture and event management, staff leadership, and programs administration. Former South African U18 hockey representative with a strong understanding of learner development, team culture, and holistic education. Committed to building organized, inclusive, and values-driven school sport programs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Head Coach
Victoria Park High School
2026 - Current
- 1st team boys hockey coach
- Developed athletes'' skills through personalized coaching, resulting in higher individual achievements.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Managed successful recruitment efforts, attracting top talent to the program.
Head Coach
Eastern Province Hockey
01.2023 - Current
- Men’s Assistant Coach (2025)
- U21 Men’s Head Coach
- U18A Boys Assistant Coach
- Member of EP Schools Hockey Executive (High-Performance Portfolio & Secretary)
Sport Coordinator & Head of Hockey
Westering High School
01.2021 - 02.2025
- Delivered Physical Education programs and supervised extra-mural sport activities
- Managed fixtures, transport, venues, equipment, and communication with stakeholders
- Head Coach of 1st Team Hockey Boys, significantly improving performance standards, discipline, and team culture.
- Coached U14A Boys, focusing on long-term development and technical foundations.
- Coordinated the Westering Junior Sport Festival, overseeing logistics, fixtures, officials, and school participation.
Sports Administrator & Coach
St George’s Preparatory School
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Introduced a structured physical development programme for younger learners.
- Assisted with school sport administration and coordination.
- Head Coach: U13A Hockey & Cricket
Education
BSc - Sport Science
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch01-2018
BSc - Human Life Science
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch01-2013
High School Diploma -
Grey High School
Gqeberha 04.2001 -
Skills
School Sport Administration & Coordination
Physical Education Delivery (Grades 4–7 & 8–12)
Fixture Scheduling, Timetabling & Event Coordination
Facilities, Equipment & Logistics Management
Applied Strength & Conditioning
Programme Design & Periodization
Certifications
- SAHA Coaching Level 2 Bridging
- CSA Coaching Level 1
- Safeguarding Certification
- 1st Aid level 1 (expired)
Accomplishments
- South Africa U18 Hockey – Australia Series (2011)
- South Africa U17 Hockey – African Qualifiers (2010)
- Western Province U21A – Gold Medalist (2013, 2014)
- Eastern Province Men’s Hockey (2019, 2022)
- Maties 1st Team Hockey – Varsity Cup Top Goal Scorer & Striker of the Tournament (2018)
References
Mr Reginald Smith – Senior Sport Manager, Maties
✉️rjs@sun.ac.za | 📞 082 578 0840
Mr Mark Jenniker – Chairperson, EP Schools Hockey
✉️mjenneker@herberthurd.co.za | 📞 082 645 9928
Mr Wendell Domingo – Chairperson, SASHOC
✉️wendelld@telkomsa.net | 📞 082 375 6639
Certification
SAHA coaching level 2 Bridging
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Afrikaans
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
SAHA coaching level 2 Bridging
02-2026
Safeguarding certificate
06-2025
CSA coaching level 1
04-2023
Head Coach
Eastern Province Hockey
01.2023 - Current
Sport Coordinator & Head of Hockey
Westering High School
01.2021 - 02.2025
Sports Administrator & Coach
St George’s Preparatory School
01.2019 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Grey High School
04.2001 -
Head Coach
Victoria Park High School
2026 - Current
BSc - Sport Science
Stellenbosch University
BSc - Human Life Science
Stellenbosch University