Golden Boot keeps feet planted in Bethlehem

28 July 2015 - 02:00 By Mazola Molefe

Moeketsi Sekola has given himself a chance to grab the headlines next season by staying with Free State Stars, despite interest from some top clubs. Well, at least that's the plan.Last season's Golden Boot winner, with 14 goals during the 2014 - 2015 campaign, was reportedly a target of champions Kaizer Chiefs, runners-up Mamelodi Sundowns and rivals Bloemfontein Celtic.However, having seen players whose careers stall after leaving the Bethlehem outfit, Sekola said it would have been a big risk taking up a new challenge."As a player I know what's best for me," said the striker, who has a year remaining on his contract. Ea Lla Koto also have the option of renewing his current deal."I think deciding to remain with the club will help me because I have seen a lot of players who have come and gone."I have no regrets about my decision and I am confident that we can achieve a lot in the new season, including the chance to win a cup."The Free State side finished ninth last season , missing out on a Top8 place even after a run of five wins in six league matches near the end of the campaign."I made every effort to block out the rumours that I could be joining another club," the Bafana Bafana forward said."It would have been distracting to think about anything other than helping the club avoid relegation. My focus has always been the safety of the club first."Sekola, 26, has become a popular figure at Stars and this was evidenced by his teammates' reaction when he picked up the top scorer, players' player at sponsor Bonitas' awards ceremony last week. He walked away with a total of R85000 in prize money on the evening."I was genuinely touched and very emotional because all I expected was the top scorer award," he said."I think it shows that they know me well and believe in my ability. I know I work hard and this club works hard, but my teammates make my job easier," he said...

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