Steve Barker, the coach of the winning team in the Carling Knockout Cup, values the growth and success of his players above public accolades. He has a playeroriented approach that focuses on generating opportunities, rather than purchasing them. Barker’s commitment to developing unrefined talent into familiar figures has resulted in the growth of players like Andile Jali and Bongani Khumalo, and his current team, Stellies, has served as a launching pad for future stars. His focus on player development and opportunity creation offers a refreshing outlook on football.