78-462: J. Carter Sporting Club Limited , operating as Castore ( / ˈ k æ s t ɔː r / , KAS -tor ), is a British manufacturer of sportswear and athletic clothing, headquartered in Manchester , England. The company's products are now sold worldwide and have sponsorship deals with association football teams, cricket teams, rugby union teams, Formula One teams, and tennis players. The company
156-648: A bikini top . Sportswear is often worn as casual fashion clothing. For most sports the athletes wear a combination of different items of clothing, e.g. sport shoes , pants and shirts . In some sports, protective gear may need to be worn, such as helmets or American football body armour. Especially in team sports which involved blocking, intercepting, or pursuing small, hard projectiles such as cricket , baseball , and hockey (where balls or pucks are struck to speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour (45 m/s)) jockstraps (or jillstraps) are standard equipment at higher levels of play. Other undergarments , such as
234-585: A collective US$ 671,428 in bonuses after South Africa hosted the 2009 IPL and Champions Trophy. Both CSA President Mtytzeli Nyoka and his acting replacement, AK Khan, resigned in the aftermath of the scandal. The government inquiry subsequently recommended that CSA should be restructured. Haroon Lorgat , CEO since 2013, 'mutually agreed to part ways with immediate effect' from CSA in September 2017 after his position became untenable following allegations that he had deliberately withheld critical financial information from
312-406: A different colour to that of their teammates. In sports such as soccer and GAA codes, a contrasting colour or pattern is worn by the goalkeeper. In other sports, clothing may indicate the current status or past achievements of a participant. In cycling disciplines, the rainbow jersey indicates the current world champion, and in major road cycling races, jerseys of particular colours are worn by
390-496: A five-year deal believed to be worth £25 million. 2021 In May 2021, McLaren and Castore announced a multi-year deal for them to become the official team apparel and sportswear partner to the McLaren Formula One team. In the same month, Castore signed a multi-year deal with Premier League club Wolverhampton Wanderers to become their new on-field partner. This partnership deviated from previous agreements held by
468-608: A full member of the International Cricket Council (ICC), CSA administers all levels of cricket in South Africa, including the national teams in all three formats for both men and women. Organised cricket has been taking place in South Africa since the British first introduced the sport in the 1880s. England were the first side to tour South Africa in 1888-89 , playing their first Test match at Port Elizabeth and becoming
546-466: A long tradition of specialized attire—attire that reflects the tradition of Scottish aristocrats taking in fresh air while walking around the golf course, swinging their golf clubs, and exercising in a refined, genteel sort of way. Golf attire though, is also being influenced by modern fabrics and trends that stress function and durability. Golfers, like athletes in other sports, are athletes first, and public figures second. Athletes in all sports are showing
624-494: A men's item that were just made smaller and turned a flattering color like pink," said Scott Key, senior vice president and general manager of Athleta. "Women athletes expected more." Designers have recognized this "crossover" between exercise and fashion as a major opportunity for growth. It also synchronises with anoverall trend in American fashion towards a more casual style of dress. The trend has been so popular that it has spawned
702-471: A multi-year deal with Premier League club Newcastle United to become their new kit manufacturer. In September 2021, it was announced that the England and Wales Cricket Board had signed a ten-year deal with Castore worth £25 million to become the official kit supplier, starting from April 2022. The same month Cricket South Africa signed a three-year deal with Castore to produce their official kit, although
780-541: A new category of casual clothing, athleisure . In sports like tennis , while men generally wear shorts (along with T-shirt or sleeveless shirt ), in case of women there is an option of wearing miniskirt , skort or shorts (along with top), as well as minidress (which is a single clothing combining miniskirt and top). Cricket South Africa Cricket South Africa (CSA) is the governing body for both professional and amateur cricket in South Africa . In 1991,
858-605: A new technical partner was announced with more than 12 months left on the original deal. In December Kent County Cricket Club announced it would partner with Castore as a technical partner beginning in the 2022 season. 2022 Ahead of the 2022–23 season, Castore continued its expansion into professional football, announcing new partnerships with Premier League club Aston Villa , English Football League clubs Charlton Athletic , Milton Keynes Dons and Salford City , as well as La Liga club Sevilla , Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen and Serie B club Genoa . 2023 Ahead of
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#1733084817556936-850: A number of different organisations ran domestic cricket depending on the various racial groups. The South African Cricket Association (SACA) administered white players, with the South African Cricket Board of Control (SACBOC) and the South African African Cricket Board (SAACB) administering the different non-white racial groups. The cricketing boycott had a significant impact on the domestic game. Standards, attendances, and participation fell, and South African expulsion meant that domestic cricket became deprived of new revenue streams. As South African cricket continued to be excluded, ‘Rebel Tours’ (unofficial international teams coming to South Africa to play), were organised by
1014-499: A number of prolific investors from the fashion and sporting industries. Castore launched online in 2016. In 2019 Forbes listed the pair in their " 30 Under 30 " list. On 5 July 2023, it was announced that Castore is to open its first shop in Ireland, on Dublin 's Grafton Street. In March 2024, Castore has secured an exclusive deal with GL Dameck to become the sole licensee for Umbro Professional Team Sports, enabling them to distribute
1092-487: A preference for moisture-wicking fabrics, crisp details, and modern fashionable colors. Different types of attire are needed for extreme weather conditions like snow. Thicker coats or jackets, gloves and boots are necessities in the cold. Winter sports such as snowboarding and skiing require the riders and skiers to be properly geared in the snow. Snow jackets differ from casual coats such that they may be packed with extra insulation and thicker coating materials. The insulation
1170-431: A range of domestic competitions within the country. In 2021, Cricket South Africa announced a return to the traditional province based domestic structure. 15 first-class teams now play in two divisions, determined by promotion and relegation. Eight teams make up the first division, with 16 contracted players each, and seven teams the second division, with 11 contracted players each. It is hoped that wider selection of teams at
1248-451: A reported R1.5bn (£72m) over the next four years to 2024. Another arrangement with South African broadcaster SuperSport was set to be negotiated before April 2021, alongside potential new sponsorship deals and existing television rights . In September 2020, the financial services giant Momentum confirmed that it would not seek to renew its sponsorship agreement with CSA, affecting the ODIs,
1326-481: A severely depleted management team, including several key executive positions. CSA is governed by two internal organisation structures with a joint purpose of delivering responsible administration of the game, as well as to nurture sustainable growth and business investment for South African cricket. The highest decision-making body at CSA is the Members Council, which is formed by the 14 Affiliate Presidents plus
1404-402: A uniform. In team sports, such as baseball, football or basketball, the opposing teams are usually identified by the wearing the same color of clothing . Individual team members can be recognized by a back number on a shirt . In some sports, specific items of clothing are worn to differentiate roles within a team. For example, in volleyball , the libero (a specialist in defensive play) wears
1482-479: A win rate as of 2021 of roughly 50% over nearly 200 matches. Playing in six Women's World Cups, the Proteas have been semi-finalists twice, in 2000 and 2017, although never progressing further. T20I - The Proteas’ first T20I was in 2007 against Australia, and have since played over 100 matches. Competing in 6 Women's T20 World Cups, South Africa have been semi-finalists in 2014 and in 2020. CSA organises and oversees
1560-405: Is a brand ambassador for Castore. In December 2019, Cricket West Indies signed a three-year deal with Castore to produce their official kit. 2020 In early 2020, Castore secured £7.5 million in funds from undisclosed private investors to help the company move into elite professional football. In May 2020, Castore became the official kit supplier of Scottish Premiership club, Rangers on
1638-464: Is achieved by using layering: moisture transferring (wicking) materials are worn next to the skin, followed by an insulating layer, and then wind and water resistant shell garments. Moisture-wicking fabrics are designed to move perspiration away from the body to the fabric's outer surface where it can evaporate. These fabrics typically are soft, lightweight, and stretchy and well-suited for activewear because they are designed to keep perspiration away from
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#17330848175561716-528: Is most intense, in particular footwear (most especially runners and court shoes ), with seasonal issues, tweaks, and respins from all the major brands , elevated to the level of iconic symbols in some cultural subgroups. The weight, fabrication and stretchiness of the fabric is uniquely designed to suit each sport. It is typically designed not to encumber the activity of the wearer and to facilitate exercise movement without restriction. The best athletic wear for some forms of exercise, for example cycling ,
1794-679: Is required for most sports with high risk of head injuries such as American football , bobsledding and cycling . Injuries related to the head have the potential to cause serious damage to the spine and may be life-threatening. Although sports like rugby and boxing do not require participants to wear head protection, trainers or referees may choose to depending on the player's history of head related injuries. Certain positions of some sports may require different type of protections. For example, goaltenders for ice hockey wear different types of face masks compared to other positions. They also have thick gloves with arm pads and shin guards to protect them from
1872-533: Is three years, and a director is eligible for elections for an additional three-year term. Strategic direction of the organisation and management of daily operations is the primary responsibility of the Board of Directors, and is performed through CSA committees and internal control procedures. Throughout, close consultation is kept with the South African Cricketers Association (SACA), who represent
1950-452: Is typically lightweight, stretchy and form-fitting rather than bulky, so it does not create interference with the activity. On the other hand, sportswear should be loose enough to restrict movement. Some sports have specific uniform requirements, for example the keikogi used in karate . Various physically dangerous sports require protective gear, e.g. for fencing, American football, or ice hockey. Standardized sportswear may also function as
2028-552: Is usually made with down, which is the layer of fine feathers from geese or ducks. These feathers are naturally insulated to keep the birds warm in the harsh winter weathers. The feathers trap air inside and keep the body heat from flowing out. Down is also considered to be the highest quality of insulation for jackets. It is light and compressible. Alternative types of insulation are being invented including: synthetic microfibers and polyester-based insulation. These materials perform as well as down if not better and are becoming popular in
2106-612: Is worn for most sports and physical exercise, for practical, comfort or safety reasons. Typical sport-specific garments include tracksuits , shorts , football or basketball jerseys, t-shirts and polo shirts . Specialized garments include swimsuits (for swimming ), wet suits (for diving or surfing ), ski suits (for skiing ) and leotards and tights (for gymnastics or aerobics ). Sports footwear includes football boots (also referred to as cletes), trainers, riding boots , tennis shoes (or running shoes), or ice skates . Sportswear also includes sports bras for running, crop tops, or
2184-603: The Mzanzi Super League , and restructuring the domestic game. Whilst the SA Cricketers Association puts that figure closer to R1bn (£50m), CSA now project a revised figure of R400 (£19m) due to tours going ahead and new sponsorship agreements. So far, CSA has not undertaken any job or pay cuts and has reported cash reserves of R800m (£39m). CSA have agreed a broadcast deal with Star India in November 2020 for
2262-468: The Women's T20 Super League . CSA have said that the competition will allow top performing players from across the under-19s and provincial cricket to continue and improve domestic standards. Cricket South Africa offers programmes that cover the development of the amateur and professional game, for both men and women. CSA provides regional and district programmes, often via their Performance Centres. Starting at
2340-441: The sports bra , furnish a mixture of protection, support and comfort. Some protective or supportive orthotics resemble and function as undergarments (especially flexible harnesses and braces); though intended to be worn for sports, these are not generally conceived of as sportswear per se . Sports fabrics are technical materials which help to keep the wearer comfortable during exercise. The type of fabric required will depend upon
2418-451: The thermal insulation needs of the wearer. In hot situations, sportswear should allow the wearer to stay cool; while in cold situations, sportswear should help the wearer to stay warm. Sportswear should also be able to transfer sweat away from the skin, using, for example, moisture transferring fabric. Spandex is a popular material used as base layers to soak up sweat. For example, in activities such as skiing and mountain climbing this
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2496-513: The 2023 Formula One season, Red Bull Racing announced that they would be leaving Puma for Castore for the 2023 Formula One season. Starting in the 2023–24 football season in The Netherlands, Feyenoord announced that they will leave Adidas after 9 years for Castore and in April 2023 FC Utrecht and FC Twente also announced to start with Castore for the 2023–2024 season. And also starting
2574-486: The 2023 MotoGP season, Repsol Honda Team announced that will leave Alpinestars for Castore as the new official team apparel. Furthermore, in March 2023 Worcestershire CCC announced a multi-season partnership with Castore. In June 2023 GNK Dinamo Zagreb also announced to start with Castore for the 2024–2025 season. Glentoran F.C. also announced a partnership with Castore for the 2023–2024 season. In December 2023, it
2652-524: The National Academy and the High Performance Centre. In the years before COVID-19 in South Africa , CSA had reported a declared loss of R200m for the 2018-19 financial year, and profit of R50m for 2019–20. Due to the pandemic, as well as organisational instability, CSA forecasted major losses of R654m (£32m) by the end of its four year in 2022 due to the effect on hosting tours, introducing
2730-920: The President and Vice President of CSA, who were themselves elected from the ranks of the Affiliate Presidents, to make a total of 16. The Affiliates administer amateur and senior provincial cricket in their respective regions, i.e. Northern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, etc. The Members Council sets general policy for CSA. In terms of CSA's Memorandum of Incorporation ("MOI"), the Board is currently composed of five non-independent directors (who are Presidents or representatives of Affiliates, and therefore involved with cricket) and eight independent directors, i.e , persons who, apart from their CSA directorships, are not involved with cricket. Independent directors were selected and nominated for appointment by persons were also independent of CSA. The term of office for directors
2808-534: The SACU during the 1980s. Despite disapproval by international cricket boards, national governments and the ICC, seven tours were staged in South Africa between 1982 and 1990. Players who joined ‘rebel tours’ ran risks to their own careers and reputations. Many faced ostracization when they returned home, as well as a cricketing ban. The SACU offered money as an incentive for Rebel Teams to tour. Teams from England, Australia, and also
2886-448: The South African Cricketers Association relating to league restructuring, broadcasting rights, and various administration issues overtook CSA. In December 2019 Moroe was suspended, and later dismissed, following an independent forensic report that had uncovered multiple incidents of financial dishonesty where board money had been paid to private companies for a service that was never delivered. Throughout this time, CSA had refused to publish
2964-685: The Talent Acceleration Programme, the best players can be identified, particularly disadvantaged cricketers. Initiatives are available that provide financial support for deprived young cricketers, through the Sunfoil Education Trust (SET), the Momentum Bursary Trust, and the SASCOC Bursary Programme. From Youth to International progression, CSA provides support through Provincial and Regional Academies, as well
3042-534: The Umbro brand across several key European markets. 2019 In January 2019, Castore became the official kit partner to British tennis champion Andy Murray , who also became a shareholder in the company in March of that year. The company brands Murray's products as AMC, and it became the official apparel partner of the Lawn Tennis Association . Marlie Packer , who plays for England's women's rugby union team ,
3120-630: The West Indies and Sri Lanka played 19 Tests and numerous One Day Internationals between them against South Africa in these unofficial tours. In June 1991, the United Cricket Board of South Africa (UCB) was established following the unity process and the amalgamation of the SACU and the SACB, ending racial segregation within South African cricket. Former SACB president Krish Mackerdhuj was elected as
3198-460: The ages of four to thirteen, more than 126,000 school children have participated in the KFC Mini-Cricket programme, while the number of coaches and schools participating has increased to nearly 14,000 and 7,000 respectively. National inter-provincial tournaments are played at under-13, under-15, under-17 and under-19 levels for boys, and at under-15 and under-19 levels for girls. Through
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3276-538: The board of directors. Lorgat had been embattled with the CSA board over the financial expenditure of the now abandoned Global League T20. With tournament outlay alone totaling US$ 330,000 between May 2016 and April 2017, the league had yet to secure a broadcaster and title sponsor a month before the competition was due to start. Under Thanang Moroe, CEO from 2017 to 2020, Cricket South Africa spiraled into numerous crises. A series of high-profile controversies and disagreements with
3354-466: The body as it became wet. As well as requesting a short-term solution, Aston Villa looked to end their contract with Castore early as a result of player complaints regarding the kit. In December 2023, Castore delivered a new Aston Villa kit which they hoped would resolve the issues, however it was reported that the club still wanted to sever its multi-year contract with the brand. Ultimately, in January 2024, it
3432-436: The company has 33 shareholders with the largest being the two founders, each with 18.59%, and Monte Group (Jersey) LTD with 15%. Other shareholders of the company include Robert Senior (former CEO of Saatchi & Saatchi ), Tom Singh (founder of New Look ), YOOX Net-a-Porter Group investor Arnaud Massenet, and tennis player Andy Murray . Castore has come under heavy criticism from both fans and teams, particularly about
3510-469: The company, with Castore providing the playing staff with kits, while Wolves manufactured and distributed the replica kits under license. In June 2021, it was announced that rugby union side Saracens had agreed a five-year supply deal with Castore ahead of their return to Premiership Rugby in the 2021–22 season. The deal also included additional partnerships with Saracens' women's team and Saracens Mavericks netball team. In July 2021, Castore signed
3588-446: The country. The acting CEO since July 2020, Kugandrie Govender, (the first woman in the position) herself was suspended four months later, pending the outcome of a hearing into allegations of misconduct during her time as Chief Commercial Officer, as well as acting CEO. She was later dismissed with immediate effect in July 2021. In January 2021, Cricket South Africa appointed Pholetsi Moseki,
3666-465: The course of a season and are not enforced for individual matches. A further memorandum had stated from August 2020 that white consultants would no longer be appointed by CSA, unless a person of colour could not be found during the recruitment process. In January 2021, it was announced by the interim board that all previous transformation targets adopted by CSA, including the affirmative action against hiring white consultants, would be suspended for
3744-425: The durability requirement of a costly and technically advanced item of sportswear can be as short as a single competitive event. At lower levels of competition and participation, there are many possible trade-offs between form, function, aesthetics (fashion), performance style, durability and cost. This has led to an almost bewildering array of product offerings, especially where the collision between all these variables
3822-543: The fact that your body can perform better, it will chemically free prevent odors because a bacteria microclimate cannot grow on dry skin. This broad category of fabrics is used to make garments like T-shirts, sports bras, running and cycling jerseys, socks, tracksuits, and polo-style shirts for any physical activity where the goal is to keep your skin as cool and dry as possible. Moisture-wicking fabrics are used to make apparel for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking, snow skiing, and mountain climbing. Due to
3900-504: The final non-redacted Funduszi Report that had investigated alleged wrongdoing and negligence dating back to 2016 within the organisation. As a consequence, in October 2020 the entire Board of Directors resigned with immediate effect. The South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (Sascoc) announced that they had suspended Cricket South Africa due to "maladministration and malpractices", and had taken over cricketing operations in
3978-576: The foreseeable future. Test - Having hosted and played their first international first-class game against England in 1888–89, South Africa developed into a competitive team by the start of the 20th century. ODI - South Africa have reached the ODI World Cup Semi-Finals four times, most recently in 2015, but never progressed further. T20I - Appearing in 7 T20 World Cups, the Proteas have been semi-finalists twice, most recently in 2014. Test - Making their debut in 1960 against England,
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#17330848175564056-576: The former CFO, as acting CEO - the third CEO since the beginning of 2020. In April, the interim board and the Members Council reached an agreement over organisational reforms at the eleventh hour after the South African Government threatened to defund the organisation and remove recognition for all the country's national teams - effectively ending organised cricket in the country. The International Cricket Council had also announced that it could suspend South Africa due to government interference in
4134-536: The franchise one-day cup, the national club champions, the under-13, under-15 and under-17 competitions and initiatives. Momentum will however continue to sponsor the national women's team under 2023, but stated they will continue to advise CSA to resolve its administrative plight as a matter of urgency. Momentum is not the only major sponsor to separate from CSA since the start of its instability crisis in December 2019. Standard Bank opted not to continue their support for
4212-511: The head. Football players are more likely to develop brain related disorders during or after their careers compared to other sports. Sports of all types may require eye or face protection depending on the players' need. Face masks come in different forms for different types of sports. In lacrosse and American football, the masks are metal rods attached to the helmet to cover the face. While optional, face masks that might be seen in basketball or rugby are plastic masks that are usually molded to fit
4290-624: The high impact of pucks. In baseball, catchers and batters wear headgear for protection against the high velocity pitches. Headgear of different kinds must meet the standards of protection set by various organizations. Helmets for American football must be regulated by the National Football League or the National Collegiate Athletics Association. Although new rules of safe play have been in effect, players are still in danger of brain damage due to repeated blows to
4368-465: The highest domestic level will help increase playing opportunities of all races, particularly those currently underrepresented. South Africa's major domestic competitions are: First Class - CSA 4-Day Series List A - CSA One Day Cup T20 - CSA T20 Challenge / SA20 For women, CSA Provincial Cricket is currently the top level of cricket in South Africa, however it remains semi-professional. Since 2019, South African women have played in
4446-533: The inaugural UCB president. In July, South Africa was readmitted as a full member of the ICC. In 2002, Cricket South Africa (CSA) was formed and operated in conjunction with the UCB. CSA was responsible for and administered the professional game, and the UCB oversaw amateur cricket in South Africa. In 2008, CSA and the UCB merged, reportedly for tax reasons, with CSA becoming the sole governing body for both professionals and amateurs. In recent years, Cricket South Africa
4524-439: The intensity of the exercise and the activity. Gym or Yoga clothing uses fabrics with exceptional stretch ability for easy movement which will likely require the fabric to be cotton, nylon or lycra. Apparel for long-distance running will keep the wearer in good comfort if it has excellent moisture wicking properties to enable sweat to transfer from the inside to the outside for the garment. Performance clothing for outdoor sports in
4602-432: The interests and welfare of the players. CSA maintain that their continued vision is to ensure that cricket is supported by the majority of South Africans, and that the game is available to all. Although a previous racial quota was repealed in 2007, since 2016 ‘transformation’ targets, although highly controversial, have been set by CSA in order to ensure that more South Africans of colour achieve greater representation at
4680-666: The markets with the help of major brands using such materials for their equipment. Winter gear must also be flexible so that it may offer a wide range of movement. An ideal jacket would have enough insulation to be warm but light, it should be made with material that are not restricting. Jackets with down will be light and warm but they tend to be more expensive. Also down jackets usually are not water-resistant. Synthetic insulated jackets, however, are water-resistant and cheaper than down but lose their insulating factors and are heavier. As activewear becomes more fashionable and more popular with consumers, sales have increased. Activewear market
4758-452: The national level. The percentage of black African players required in a team currently stands at 25%, up from 18% the previous season. In 2021–22, this was to increase to 27% and in 2022–23, it was to sit at 33%. Overall, the numbers of players of colour required was to increase to 63% by 2022–23, from 58%. National teams must field six players of colour, of which at least two must be black African. These quotas however are for an average across
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#17330848175564836-409: The players' face. Such masks are worn to minimize additional damage to an already injured part of the face. Eye protection is an additional support provided by sports goggles. Goggles may be worn in lieu of glasses or contacts. Goggles are reliable in the fact that they do not move around while the player is in motion and they protect the eye from foreign objects. For swimmers and divers, goggles keep
4914-471: The popularity of garments made from these fabrics, more variations are being introduced to the market. Sportswear also includes the variety of protective gear required for contact sports such as lacrosse, boxing and ice hockey. Different types of protective equipment are needed depending on the type of sport and position. The types of gears include the following: headgear, gum shields, shin pads, shoulder pads, and joint supports and protective gloves. Headgear
4992-402: The quality and design of its products. In September 2023, the kit Castore designed for Aston Villa's men's and women's team's received criticism from players due to the shirts soaking sweat, leading to them visibly changing colour, as well as becoming heavy and uncomfortable as a match went on. The Villa women's team were reported to have "dreaded" wearing the shirt because of how it clung to
5070-483: The race leader and leaders of auxiliary classifications. Spandex is the preferred material for form-fitting sportswear, such as used in wrestling, track & field , dance, gymnastics, speed skating , and swimming . Sportswear is commonly used as a means for the promotion of sponsors of a sportsperson or team. In some sports, there are regulations limiting the size or design of sponsorship brand names and logos on items of clothing. Sportswear design must consider
5148-516: The separate South African Cricket Union and the South African Cricket Board merged to form the United Cricket Board of South Africa (UCB ), ending enforced racial separation governance in South African cricket. Cricket South Africa was formed in 2002, and initially ran parallel to the UCB, before becoming the sole governing body in 2008. As an affiliate of the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC), and
5226-540: The sport, which is against ICC rules. Zimbabwe Cricket has twice been suspended for political intervention by the ICC, most recently in 2019. In June 2021, a new board of directors was appointed. For the first time, the majority of the board was made up of independents (i.e., outside CSA current administrative or operational circles). A key focus of the new board has been rebuilding relations with all stakeholders (internal and external), and stabilising operations by recruiting for vacant positions in what had previously been
5304-475: The sweat on the outer surface, acting like channels to transport the sweat to the outer layer of the shirt or garment. Once there, the sweat evaporates in the air. Drywicking is the newest variation of moisture wicking. It is a smart two-tier fabric that breaks the surface tension of sweat and propels it through the hydrophobic layer into a natural wicking outer layer like cotton where it is assisted by evaporative cooling leaving your skin absolutely dry. Besides
5382-757: The third Test playing nation after England and Australia. Since 1890, various national bodies have formed and governed cricket in South Africa. Originally, this was along separate racial lines and South Africa regularly played only against the other white teams of England, Australia and New Zealand. In 1970, after recent incidents such as the D'Oliveira affair , the ICC imposed an cricketing ban on South Africa in response to its domestic policy of apartheid and its refusal to field non-whites or play non-white teams. The Test careers of players were cut prematurely short, some of whom later emigrated and played for other nations. During South Africa's expulsion from international cricket,
5460-529: The water away from their eyes, thus improving visibility. Mouth guards are used in many sports including but not limited to: rugby , lacrosse, boxing, water polo, ice hockey, American football, basketball, field hockey, boxing, and various martial arts. Mouth guards reduce the risk of sport related dental injuries. Contact or some team sports have a risk of causing injuries related with the mouth, jaw , teeth and oral soft tissues . Wearing mouth guards may be recommended to sports players in some sports. Golf has
5538-399: The wearer's skin and onto the outer fibers of the wearer's shirt or garment. Generally sourced from synthetic fibers, it has quick drying and water repellent characteristics. If a shirt is made from a natural absorbent fabric like cotton, the moisture gets absorbed into the fibers and the shirt or garment may feel wet and heavy. Moisture-wicking fabrics such as polyester are designed to keep
5616-434: The winter or snow sports should use breathable fabrics with very good insulating properties. In wealthy and rising economies, sportswear is a major consumption category in the personal health , luxury goods and leisure space, associated with aggressive media presence and marketing strategies of global scope, often centered around endorsements from celebrity athletes . At the very highest levels of performance,
5694-450: The women's team did not play any international fixtures between 1972 and 1997. The Proteas have played just 13 Test matches, with the most recent being in 2022, and winning only one. With a win rate of only 8% as of 2021, T20 has taken on a far more prominent and financially rewarding role, almost ending women's Test cricket as a viable entity. ODI - The women's team played their first One Day International against Ireland in 1997, and have
5772-399: Was announced that New Zealand Cricket had signed a six-year deal with Castore as the outfitter of Blackcaps and White Ferns . They will start with Castore from October 2024. 2024 In June 2024 it was announced that Castore had signed a multi-year deal with Everton F.C. starting 2024/25 season as kit manufacturers and stadium sponsors at the new Everton Stadium . As of August 2021,
5850-865: Was founded in 2015 by brothers Thomas and Philip Beahon, when they were 25 and 22 years old respectively. Tom had been a professional youth football player for Tranmere Rovers between the ages of 17 and 21 before spending time at Jerez Industrial in Spain and attending the Glenn Hoddle Academy . Phil played semi-professional cricket for Cheshire and Lancashire cricket clubs. The pair left their playing careers in 2013 and moved to London to work in finance in an effort to raise money for their sportswear venture; Tom worked at Lloyds Bank and Phil for Deloitte . During their time in London they began their market research by interviewing patrons of high-end gymnasiums and signing up
5928-461: Was revealed that Aston Villa had severed their contract with Castore and opted to move instead to Adidas . Sportswear [REDACTED] = Day (before 6 p.m.) [REDACTED] = Evening (after 6 p.m.) = Bow tie colour [REDACTED] = Ladies [REDACTED] = Gentlemen Sportswear or activewear is athletic clothing , including footwear , worn for sports activity or physical exercise . Sport-specific clothing
6006-443: Was rocked by significant amounts of turmoil and disorganisation that has caused notable reputational harm, both at home and abroad. In 2012 Gerald Majola, CEO of CSA since 2000, was suspended and later dismissed following a scandal into unauthorised bonuses. An internal investigation had initially exonerated Majola of any wrongdoing. However a government inquiry later found that he, and several other staff members, had failed to declare
6084-407: Was valued at $ 351,164 million in 2017, and is projected to hit $ 546,802 million by 2024, at a CAGR of 6.5% from 2018 to 2024. North America dominated the global activewear market in 2017, accounting for 42.3% of the total revenue. Some analysts attribute the growth in sales to an intrinsic change in the way activewear is designed. "Historically, what had been available to women were items based on
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