Head coach Bernard Parker is optimistic about TS Galaxy FC's trajectory after a Betway Premiership draw kept them just outside the top eight. The Rockets earned a point against an experienced Sekhukhune United side on 6th September, moving to six points from their opening five matches.
Parker, in his first full season after taking over from Adnan Beganovic at the end of the last campaign, pointed to the team's resilience. He told SABC Sport that the start has been far from slow. "No, I wouldn't think it's a slow start." Parker said.
How has the team performed so far?
The team's record stands at one win, one defeat, and three draws. That leaves them positioned just outside the league's top eight, with goal difference being the only separator. Parker described his squad as balanced and showing signs of maturity. He believes the youthful group is on the right track to improve as the season progresses. The club's FIFA ban has been lifted, and chairman Tim Sukazi continues to offer his full backing to the coaching staff.
What is the current context for TS Galaxy?
This season's early form follows a 2025 campaign where the team finished 12th in the Premier Soccer League. They accumulated 32 points from 30 games, with a record of eight wins, eight draws, and fourteen losses. Their recent form at the end of that season was a sequence of draws and a defeat. The club's overall goal difference from the 2025 season was negative eight, having scored 30 goals while conceding 38. Fans can track the team's progress in the current standings as the new season unfolds.
How are the players adapting to Parker's methods?
The head coach is pleased with how his philosophy is being implemented. He sees a unified understanding and commitment from the playing group. "For my philosophy, I think the players are adapting well. We are all on par, and we all have the same understanding." Parker explained. The squad's development and individual performances can be followed on the club's stats page.
What are the challenges ahead?
The draw against Sekhukhune demonstrated the team's ability to compete with seasoned opponents. Parker's task is to guide this young group through a demanding league schedule. The team currently sits 37 points behind the league leaders, Orlando Pirates, based on the final 2025 table. Closing that gap will require consistency and turning promising performances into victories. The upcoming fixtures will provide the next test for Parker's evolving side. The Rockets' next match is a important opportunity to climb into the top half of the table.
