ABOUT US

BACKGROUND HISTORY

Coach Z (Zenzo Ndlovu) – Founder & Technical Director

Coach Z is a former international player and NAIA National Champion with the University of Mobile (USA), where he competed at a high collegiate level and gained valuable experience in elite player development. His journey as a player and leader laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to youth development and global soccer pathways.

OUR COACHES

SOCCER4LIFE - ALABAMA, USA

In 2002, Coach Z founded Soccer4Life, followed by the establishment of ZSPORTS Academy in 2009 and ZSPORTS Global, organizations dedicated to developing talent on and off the field. Formal operations began in 2014, with headquarters based in Alabama, USA. Today, ZSPORTS operates internationally with active branches in KwaMhlanga, Mpumalanga (South Africa) and Coventry (United Kingdom).

what we believe

Mission

To develop disciplined, confident, and technically sound players while creating access to local and international opportunities through structured soccer development.

what we project

Philosophy

ZSPORTS believes in long-term player development, character building, and education through sport. His approach emphasizes discipline, accountability, positivity, and creating environments where players can thrive both on and off the field.

BEYOND BORDERS

Pathways

Through ZSPORTS Academy and ZSPORTS Global, players are exposed to:

International training and competition
Global scouting and exposure opportunities
Educational and scholarship pathways
Structured progression from grassroots to elite levels
ZSPORTS continues to lead with purpose, integrity, and a passion for empowering the next generation of players through football.