Father’s Day 2025: Honouring the First Coach, the First Fan 

Before the podium finishes, press conferences, or world records, there was often just a kid, a dream – and someone who believed in them. Maybe it was Dad. Maybe it was Uncle Joe, Grandpa, or that neighbour who coached every age group for free. Father’s Day in South Africa is about more than DNA – it’s about the mentors, the role models, the father figures who’ve coached us through life’s toughest matches. 

So, when is Father’s Day 2025? This year, we celebrate the greats behind the greats on Sunday, 15 June 2025. 

This one’s for the sideline strategists, emotional motivators, and post-match pep talkers. The unsung heroes who shape champions and lifelong fans. 

Tiger Woods & Earl Woods: The Power Pair of the Putting Green

Long before Tiger Woods wore the Green Jacket, he was teeing off as a toddler under the sharp eye of his father, Earl. A military man with a vision, Earl wasn’t just giving swing tips – he was building a mindset. Tiger’s laser focus? That came from hours of backyard practice and belief. Earl was the blueprint for turning potential into power. 

Roger Federer & Robert Federer: Calm, Collected, and Courtside

Not every great dad shouts from the rooftops. Roger Federer’s father, Robert, chose support over pressure. No drills at dawn. No shouting matches over missed volleys. Just steady encouragement. That laid-back Swiss approach let Roger find his own path – and he casually racked up 20 Grand Slam titles. As you do. 

Serena & Venus Williams & Richard Williams: Building Queens from Compton

Talk about vision – Richard Williams wrote a 78-page plan before his daughters were even born. He knew they were going to be great, and he made sure they knew it too. From gritty public courts to centre stage at Wimbledon, Richard was more than a coach – he was a force. Serena calls him the reason she became who she is. Enough said. 

Caster Semenya & Jacob Semenya: Teaching Toughness

Caster’s powerhouse performance on the track is legendary – but behind that Olympic gold was her father Jacob’s steady hand. A former footballer, Jacob gave her strength by example. In tough times, he was her rock. That strength didn’t come from medals – it came from knowing someone had her back no matter what. 

Max Verstappen & Jos Verstappen: F1 From Day One

Speed runs in the family. Max Verstappen didn’t just inherit his love of racing—he trained for it, karting across Europe with Jos in his corner. Jos wasn’t just a former F1 driver; he was the pit crew, strategy team, and chief motivator rolled into one. That early grind? It paid off. Max is now a multi-time world champion and still carving out his own legend. 

Chad le Clos & Bert le Clos: The Big Voice Behind the Big Splash

We all remember Chad beating Michael Phelps in London 2012 – but no one forgets Bert le Clos stealing the post-race spotlight with his unfiltered passion. “Unbelievable, unbelievable!” he roared. Bert didn’t just support – he celebrated. Loudly. Proudly. Unapologetically. That’s the kind of dad energy we live for. 

What Do These Stories Have in Common?

They weren’t chasing medals or magazine covers. They were just there – through early morning alarms, schoolyard heartbreaks, first wins, and painful losses. These father figures didn’t just raise athletes. They raised fighters, leaders, and believers. 

Whether they held a stopwatch, shouted from the stands, or quietly watched from the back row, they showed up. Over and over again. 

So, This Father’s Day 2025, How Will You Say Thanks? 

Forget the socks. Ditch the generic mug (unless it’s a custom “World’s Greatest Sports Fan” one – we’ll allow it). If you really want to spoil your dad – or the one who’s always been a dad to you – give him a gift that scores every time: a sports holiday of his dreams. 

From Formula 1 in Qatar to the Rugby World Cup, tennis at Wimbledon or football at Anfield – we’ve got the packages, the connections, and the know-how. And here’s the kicker: at Edusport, we tailor everything to suit your squad. Flights? Sorted. Extra nights? Easy. Hotel and ticket upgrades? You bet. 

If you consider your dad to be an adventure that’s waiting to happen, experience a trip of a lifetime and get him on an adventure travel package – venture through a Camino Walk, biking through European towns or hike through various mountains, Edusport can make it all happen.

Better still – tag along. Build stories that live on in your family’s playbook for years to come. Because the best Father’s Day gifts aren’t just wrapped – they’re seen, side by side, in stadiums buzzing with magic.