It is all systems go for the Isuzu team who will be participating in the Isuzu Corporate Ironman challenge this weekend. Isuzu Motors South Africa, headline sponsor of the corporate triathlon challenge, which takes place on 6 April, a day before the Standard Bank IRONMAN competition, has entered 30 individuals and 10 teams in the corporate challenge. Teamwork is key at Isuzu Motors South Africa said Gishma Johnson, Corporate Communications Manager. "In fact, our employees are encouraged to … [Read more...] about On Your Marks, Set, Go!
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Kings and Toulon Agree to Cooperate
The Isuzu Southern Kings have agreed on a memorandum of understanding with French club, Toulon, in a move that will see a close working relationship between the two sides. Isuzu Southern Kings’ Deputy Chairman, Rory Stear, and Chief Operations Officer, Charl Crous, travelled to France this week where they met Toulon President, Mourad Boudjellal, to conclude an agreement which will see an immediate close working relationship between the South African franchise and French club. The … [Read more...] about Kings and Toulon Agree to Cooperate
Bellbuoy Challenge Attracts Top Swimmers
The Jendamark Bellbouy Challenge will be the first stop on the international swimming circuit's Open Water World Tour (OWWT) which kicks off next weekend. Nelson Mandela Bay, home of the Jendamark Bellbuoy Challenge for the past 10 years, will be reaffirming its presence on the international stage by hosting the first ever OWWT event in the Southern Hemisphere. This gives another major boost to the city and the Bay’s reputation of being the destination of choice for ocean events in Southern … [Read more...] about Bellbuoy Challenge Attracts Top Swimmers
Debut Team returns for 100th Appearance by van Schalkwyk
To do the same thing a hundred times over can be exhausting, to say the least, but not for Isuzu Southern Kings lock, Andries van Schalkwyk, who, this week, will run on to the field for the 100th time in the Guinness PRO14 championship when the Port Elizabeth-based side takes on Welsh side, the Dragons. Coincidentally, the 34-year-old Van Schalkwyk will be facing the very same opposition he squared up against when he made his Guinness PRO14 debut seven seasons ago. The Bloemfontein-born … [Read more...] about Debut Team returns for 100th Appearance by van Schalkwyk
Tertius Kruger’s Red Card Rescinded
The Isuzu Southern Kings have been given a boost ahead of the Guinness PRO14 Round 19 match against Dragons when a Guinness PRO14 disciplinary committee rescinded a red card handed to centre Tertius Kruger in the side’s recent match against Ulster over a week ago. Kruger was given a red card in the 68th minute of the match at Kingspan Stadium on March 23. Scottish match referee, Lloyd Linton, on the advice of the Television Match Official (TMO) ruled that Kruger had committed a dangerous “no … [Read more...] about Tertius Kruger’s Red Card Rescinded
Recommended route through Ironman to see Kings play Dragons at NMU
When the Isuzu Southern Kings take on Welsh side, Dragons, on Sunday, April 7, the match will coincide with the Ironman 2019 event taking place concurrently in Nelson Mandela Bay. With a number of road closures set to be implemented across the city – particularly the suburb of Summerstrand, where both events will be taking place – the Isuzu Southern Kings would like to assure spectators who intend on making their way to the NMU Madibaz Stadium that the venue will be easily accessible on the … [Read more...] about Recommended route through Ironman to see Kings play Dragons at NMU
Ospreys Prepare for Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium Showdown
A 31-man touring squad departed Llandarcy Academy of Sport on Monday for a two game Guinness PRO14 mini-tour to South Africa. Dan Baker, Rhodri Jones, Dan Lydiate and Gareth Thomas return from injury to make the trip while Sam Parry is included following his loan spell at Bristol Bears. The first destination is Bloemfontein, where the team faces Conference A rivals Cheetahs at the Toyota Free State Stadium on Saturday afternoon 5.30pm KO (local time). The team travel to Cape Town the … [Read more...] about Ospreys Prepare for Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium Showdown
Xolani Luvuno – From a Nyaope High to an Ironman High
From being high on Nyaope (a street drug in South Africa) to being high on life – the 34-year old amputee, Xolani Luvuno, has captured the hearts of the nation. His determination, courage and willpower shows South Africa how achieving the impossible, is possible with the right amount of perseverance. Life has undoubtedly been challenging for this athlete. During Xolani’s teenage years, he dropped out of school in Port Elizabeth and turned to a life of crime, which led to some jail time. In … [Read more...] about Xolani Luvuno – From a Nyaope High to an Ironman High
Final bragging rights up for grabs
Nelson Mandela Bay’s favourite family beach event is heading into the final round of season 14 and there is everything to swim for. After a six-week break, the aQuelle Ocean Racing Series returned for the penultimate round two weeks ago which brought this season one round closer to its completion. This Sunday will see the return of the action-packed schedule which is best associated with the series for the final time before season 15. For the front runners like Mieke De Villiers and Craig … [Read more...] about Final bragging rights up for grabs
Another East Cape Springbok Captain
Siviwe Soyizwapi will captain the Springbok Sevens team to the Cathay Pacific / HSBC Hong Kong Sevens next weekend after being named leader of the pack for the seventh tournament of the HSBC World Rugby Sevens Series. The 26-year-old winger takes over the captaincy armband from Philip Snyman, who is still busy with recovery protocols following a head knock in Vancouver, and will return to the Far East with good memories, having made his Blitzboks debut at the Hong Kong National Stadium in … [Read more...] about Another East Cape Springbok Captain
Isuzu Southern Kings’ fighting spirit not enough
The Toyota Cheetahs are out of the Guinness PRO14 playoff race after they suffered a disappointing 35-17 defeat against the in-form Glasgow Warriors, while the Isuzu Southern Kings went down 33-19 against Ulster. The matches marked the last tour games for the teams, who now have a home stretch of three matches in South Africa, which will wrap up their 2018/19 campaigns. Isuzu Southern Kings’ fighting spirit not enough against Ulster Unforced errors and ill-discipline cost the Isuzu … [Read more...] about Isuzu Southern Kings’ fighting spirit not enough
Second Time in a Row For South African Lifesaving National Championship
“NELSON Mandela Bay’s reputation as a sporting city and the water sport capital of Africa is being strengthened today”: these sentiments were uttered during the national Life-saving Championship launched at Life Saving Club in King’s Beach yesterday. Among the guest speakers at the launch were Nelson Mandela Bay’s Executive Mayor, Cllr Mongameli Bobani, Sport Recreation, Arts and Culture representative, Cllr Simphiwo Plaatjies, Convenor of SA Lifesaving in NMB, Craig Van Rooyen, and General … [Read more...] about Second Time in a Row For South African Lifesaving National Championship
Ulster will meet this Isuzu Southern Kings Team
The Isuzu Southern Kings named their team to take on Ulster Rugby ahead of their Guinness PRO14 Round 18 clash at Kingspan Stadium on Saturday, March 23. Deon Davids, the side’s head coach, has opted for consistency as he made only a few changes to the team that last ran out for the Isuzu Southern Kings when they took on Cardiff Blues in Wales earlier in this month. No8 Ruaan Lerm, who missed out on the action against Cardiff Blues due to a concussion, is back in the starting lineup … [Read more...] about Ulster will meet this Isuzu Southern Kings Team
Do or Die OR Pride?
Local Guiness Pro14 fans will have a choice between Do or Die and Pride this weekend as the Southern Kings and Toyota Cheetahs enter the dying phases of the competition. It will be a case of do or die for the Toyota Cheetahs in the fourth-last pool round of Guinness PRO14 on Saturday as they meet the Glasgow Warriors in Scotland in a match that could seal their fate in the competition. The Isuzu Southern Kings, meanwhile, will be determined to create an upset against playoff contenders, … [Read more...] about Do or Die OR Pride?
25-Man Squad off to Belfast
The Isuzu Southern Kings have announced a 25-man that will travel to Belfast to take on Ulster in a Guinness PRO14 Round 18 clash on Saturday, March 23. The team leaves for Ireland from Port Elizabeth on Wednesday evening, which will be the side’s final trip overseas for the 2018/19 Guinness PRO14 season. After a two-week break since their last match – a close 19-26 defeat to Cardiff Blues in Wales earlier this month – the side will be eager to get back to action and will look to earn … [Read more...] about 25-Man Squad off to Belfast
