Your Strategic Connector
Connect. Collaborate. Create.
Bridging the gap between the boardroom and the playing field. We align institutional vision with on-field execution, creating sustainable, high-performance cultures that produce leaders.
About Orion Consult
The Strategic Connector
At the intersection of the boardroom and the playing field, there is a gap.
Schools and sports organizations often operate in silos: the executive suite focuses on governance, budgets, and reputation, while the coaching staff focuses on technical performance and results. Without a Strategic Connector, these two worlds can fall out of alignment, leading to wasted resources, frustrated staff, and untapped player potential.
Orion Consult was founded to bridge that gap.
Led by Jacques Botes who has navigated every seat at the table—from Professional Sportsman and Elite Coach to Executive School Administrator and everything in between—we bring a 360-degree perspective to sports management.
Whether it's advising on a multi-million rand sports budget or mentoring captains through our signature Captain's Corner program, Orion Consult ensures that your organization is professional, efficient, and prepared for the next level.
We don't just manage sport. We professionalize the passion.
Meet Jacques Botes
Your Strategic Connector
The Journey
Jacques Botes brings a rare 360-degree perspective to sports management, having navigated every seat at the table:
Professional Sportsman
Competed at the highest level, understanding the pressure, performance demands, and mental fortitude required to excel in elite sport.
Elite Coach
Developed technical expertise and leadership skills, coaching teams to championship performance while managing player development and team dynamics.
Executive School Administrator
Navigated the complexities of institutional governance, budget management, stakeholder relations, and strategic planning at the executive level.
This unique combination of lived experience—from athlete to coach to administrator—positions Jacques to bridge the gap between the boardroom and the playing field like no one else can.
Our Services
Comprehensive consulting solutions for sports organizations
Captain's Corner
10-week intensive leadership development program for sports captains. Transform from player to leader with strategic coaching and mentorship.
Individual: R10,000
School Partnership: R50,000 (up to 8 captains)
Sports Program Audit
Comprehensive evaluation of your sports program's structure, budget allocation, coaching effectiveness, and strategic alignment with institutional goals.
Coach Mentorship Program
One-on-one mentorship for coaches looking to elevate their leadership, technical expertise, and ability to navigate institutional dynamics.
Strategic Planning
Long-term strategic planning for sports departments, including vision development, resource allocation, and performance frameworks.
Budget Advisory
Expert guidance on multi-million rand sports budget planning, allocation, and optimization to maximize ROI and program effectiveness.
Custom Solutions
Tailored consulting packages designed to address your organization's unique challenges and opportunities in sports management.
Our Approach
Connect. Collaborate. Create.
Connect
We align institutional vision with on-field execution, ensuring every stakeholder moves in the same strategic direction.
Collaborate
We mentor coaches and captains to work in harmony with school leadership, fostering a unified culture of excellence.
Create
We build sustainable, high-performance cultures that produce not just winners, but leaders prepared for the next level.
Captain's Corner
Our signature leadership development program designed for captains who are ready to transform from players into leaders.
Through intensive mentorship, strategic planning sessions, and executive coaching, Captain's Corner equips your team leaders with the tools to bridge the gap between the coaching staff and the playing squad. The curriculum is designed to move from "Leading Self" to "Leading Others" and finally "Leading the Legacy."
Download Your Free Guide
The 5 Secrets of a GREAT Captain
Why the best players don't always make the best leaders—and how to bridge that gap.
Inside this Guide:
- How to speak so your team actually listens.
- The "Coin Toss" ritual: Setting the tone before the whistle.
- 3 ways to manage the pressure of being a school-athlete icon.
Ready to Connect?
Let's discuss how Orion Consult can transform your sports organization into a high-performance culture that produces leaders.