Gugulethu Hustlers hosted the Kasi Invitational Games at the Gugulethu sports complex on Sunday, January 19.

The games are a set of friendly basketball matches played by teams from all over the city on Sundays. Each week sees different sets of clubs competing against each other.

This past Sunday, five teams took to the court, including Gugs Hustlers, the Cape Town Sharks, Pride Basketball Club, Khaltsha Stars and the Gladiators.

In the men’s division, Gugs Hustlers and the Cape Town Sharks left the crowd in awe with the skill and competitiveness of their match, leaving the crowd wanting more, after a 47-46 scoreline to the Sharks.

The Sharks also played to a 66-28 win against the Gladiators.

In the women’s division, Khaltsha Stars had a dominant display on the court. They beat the Sharks 40-15, followed by a 29-6 win against Pride Basketball Club.

Pride and Sharks played to a 29-28 scoreline, in favour of Pride.

The action continues this coming Sunday, January 26, at the Gugulethu sports complex.

Crossroads and Delft men’s teams will set the mood in the opening match at noon, followed by Khaltsha Stars and CPUT at 1pm.

Pride and Cape Waves Basketball Club will get under way at 2pm, followed by a female humdinger between Khaltsha Stars and Mbekweni Shaq Squad at 3pm.

The final match-up will feature the host team, Gugulethu Hustlers, taking on the Shaq Squad men’s team, with tip-off scheduled for 4pm.

Hustlers coach on the day, Bright Kwaku Agbanyo setting up strategic play for the men from Gugulethu. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Adriaan Harmanus looks to spread play for the Cape Town Sharks. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Azola Mshumpela on the attack for Gugulethu Hustlers. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Experienced baller, Vince Ntunja makes a back pass without looking, for Hustlers. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Too easy for Adriaan Hermanus as he pin points the basket for Sharks Basketball Club. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Cape Town Sharks Basketball Club ladies team coach, Sarah Camitta getting her side ready for action. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Khaltsha Stars Basketball Club spirited ahead of their match against the Sharks.

Talita Memani was causing havoc in the centre of the court for Khaltsha Stars. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Talita Memani flying for two points. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

Sisipho Mpahki came in with an attacking mindset. Picture: Lonwabo Marele

After a swift drive down the court, Sisipho Mphaki sank a layup, securing two points for the Khaltsha Stars, helping her side to win 40-15. Picture: Lonwabo Marele