gSport honour fuels Naidoo’s volleyball drive
A silver medal in Taipei gave Prabashnee Naidoo international recognition — but for the Darnall-born volleyball player, the greater reward is using that recognition to inspire the next generation.
Prabashnee "Bashi" Naidoo, a Stanger resident, has been making waves in South African volleyball following her success at the 2026 gSport Awards. With her recent silver medal win at the 2025 World Masters Games in Taipei, Naidoo is leveraging her newfound national recognition to advocate for the sport. She believes volleyball is much more than a recreational activity and is demanding serious investment from stakeholders.
Naidoo credits gSport for not only awarding her but also providing a platform, network, and a sense of belonging. Her journey to international success has been marked by personal sacrifices, including self-funding her team's campaign and balancing her career and family. Her silver medal win represents the culmination of their collective efforts.
Growing up in a small North Coast village, Naidoo's local community supported her ambition in volleyball. She began playing at Darnall Secondary School and joined Darnall Volleyball Club at 12, earning multiple provincial and national caps. Naidoo is now encouraging corporate sponsors, sporting authorities, and media outlets to invest in grassroots programs, facility upgrades, and consistent coverage.
Her sights are set on the 2027 World Masters Games in Japan, where she aims to secure gold. Naidoo's message is clear: sports have the power to transcend age and limitations.
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