Cape Town – Minnie Dlamini took to social media to pay tribute to the late Peter ‘Squire’ Mancer, saying that he was one of the people who changed her life.
The Premier Soccer League (PSL) confirmed Mancer’s death on Monday.
Mancer spent many years as a PSL Marketing and Broadcasting specialist advisor.
The PSL is mourning the sad passing of Mr Peter ‘Squire’ Mancer.
Mr Mancer spent many years as a PSL Marketing and Broadcasting specialist advisor.https://t.co/mDgs05G5Kh pic.twitter.com/9OUUFA95mR
— Official PSL (@OfficialPSL) January 2, 2023
Minnie took to Instagram to explain how Mancer helped her break through in the industry.
“I’ll never forget the day I met one of the people that changed my life. It was 2013 and I had just started at SABC Sport to work with @thomasmlambo on the most watched sport review and preview show in South Africa,” Dlamini wrote.
“A few weeks in, I was told I would co-host the #PSLAWARDS with 3 sport anchor GIANTS! I was 23 ? and my nerves were shot! The first rehearsal all presenters were familiar so that wasn’t too bad, then Peter Mancer arrived. ‘Squire!’ @thomasmlambo yelled and both @simplycarol8 & @robert_marawa reflected the same enthusiasm.
“I sheepishly followed behind trying to hide behind the group. He peeled through all the bodies and bellowed ‘is that my Minnie-Bins?!’
“I politely said Hi Peter lovely to meet you” and he chuckled “I can’t wait to do great things together, you are a star and stars need to shine.'”
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Dlamini further revealed how Mancer believed in her when “many people didn’t”.
“To his word we worked on many of my career highlight moments from Live TV to reality and all the way to corporate campaigns. He believed in me and my path when many people didn’t and we broke many barriers together in Sport.”
She thanked him for what he had done for her and acknowledged what the world has lost.
“Thank you for always guiding me through this journey your wisdom and support will be deeply missed. Thank you for the laughs and more than anything thank you for making everything you touched GOLD because we all grew.
“We have lost a great mind, a great soul and a visionary whose spirit will live on through all the lives he’s touched.
“Rest now and thank you for everything.”
Other professionals and organisations also paid tribute to the late PSL icon.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Peter “Squire” Mancer, who we affectionately refer to as “Mr. SoccerTainment”.
His incredible 30 year career contributed to the growth and success of South African football and its community. pic.twitter.com/NGKrZMznvU
— DStv (@DStv) January 3, 2023
So heartbroken about the news of the passing of Peter Mancer, the Squire! always smiling, always kind, full of life & swag! nothing could stop him.
Thank you again for all that you have done for me, my family and Optimize, you are so special to so many of us Peter ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zeFSVRN9SV— Vivi-la-Vita????⚽️??? (@ViviCas) January 4, 2023
☠️ @orlandopirates is saddened by the passing of Football Marketing Extraordinaire, Peter “Squire” Mancer.
On behalf of the extended @orlandopirates family, we convey our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to the Mancer family.
⚫⚪?⭐#OrlandoPirates#OnceAlways pic.twitter.com/DJ4XndrBgJ
— Orlando Pirates (@orlandopirates) January 3, 2023
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The PSL has released a statement confirming the sad passing of Mr Peter ‘Squire’ Mancer. Mr Mancer spent many years as a PSL Marketing and Broadcasting specialist advisor.#SABCSportFootball pic.twitter.com/2iaWVgOwfc
— SABC Sport (@SABC_Sport) January 2, 2023
“We express our sincere condolences to the Mancer family. Your loss is indeed our loss. Together with you, we will miss the gentle giant – Mancer the dancer. When I think about Squire, I think of pedigree, he was one of a kind. Dependable, tenacious, abundance of energy. His word was bankable,” said PSL Chairman, Dr Irvin Khoza in a statement.
Farewell my trusted friend, brother & colleague. PM, you were indefatigable. Never a dull moment with your straightforwardness & candor. You will be sorely missed my dear friend ? #PeterMancer #RIPPeterMancer pic.twitter.com/Nqut4dZ5oG
— ??? ?????????-?????? (@Emy_Casaletti) January 3, 2023
Sad about “Squire” Peter Mancer’s passing! Rest Well Sir ?️?⚽️ pic.twitter.com/BSBvdkRuOk
— ConnieMotshumi (@ConnieMotshumi) January 2, 2023
Farewell thee Peter “Squire” Mancer. Thank you for your contribution to SA football. ??? pic.twitter.com/ytEFlaYFjM
— Castro Ntobekó Ngobese (@castrongobese) January 3, 2023
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