Durban City Football Club has confirmed the appointment of Gavin Hunt as head coach ahead of the 2025/2026 Betway Premiership season.
🌊Citizens, let’s welcome Gavin Hunt. Our New Head Coach. Bringing a winning legacy to our team, our city.
— Durban City FC (@DurbanCity_FC) July 9, 2025
A new chapter begins. 💙#WelcomeGavinHunt #DurbanCityFC #OurTeamOurCity pic.twitter.com/lXc4YDeK5k
Hunt arrives with an illustrious résumé built over more than 20 years in South African football, boasting multiple league titles and a collection of domestic trophies. Known for his disciplined leadership and results-driven philosophy, he’s seen as a perfect fit for the club's ambitions in the upcoming campaign.
Club Chairman Farook Kadodia shared his enthusiasm: "We’re excited to welcome Gavin to Durban City. His achievements speak volumes, and we’re confident he’s the ideal person to guide us into this promising new chapter.
"His professionalism, deep football insight, and winning mindset are just what we need as we aim to compete at the highest level."