The Founder and Managing Director of Sporting Chance, Brad Bing, has passed away after a private battle with cancer.

Bing started Sporting Chance in 1990, and the sports coaching and development organisation has since impacted hundreds of thousands of lives across South Africa.

In the 35 years of operations Sporting Chance has worked with over 280,000 children, trained up over 18,000 coaches, and assisted over 70 under-resourced schools.

The organisation has paid tribute to Bing, lauding his passion, unwavering dedication, and boundless energy, which inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The statement from Sporting Chance was shared with Smile FM:

With the Heaviest of Hearts

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our Founder and Managing Director, Brad Bing, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Brad was more than a leader – he was a visionary, a pioneer, and the heartbeat of Sporting Chance. What began in September 1990 with an answering machine and a bag of cricket balls has grown into an organisation that has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives across South Africa.

His passion, unwavering dedication, and boundless energy inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will live on in every child and coach who gets a Sporting Chance!

Our hearts are sore, and the void he leaves is immeasurable. We stand with his family, holding them close during this incredibly difficult time.

Brad built something truly special, and the team he mentored and nurtured over the years is committed to honouring his vision and ensuring Sporting Chance continues to thrive.

Rest peacefully, Brad. You will always be our “Bingo” and your impact will never fade.

We will share details of his memorial service in due course.

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