Excitement is building for the second SPAR River Paddle Challenge which takes place in the Swartkops River estuary on November 24. This, the second edition of the event, is expected to draw entrants from a broad spectrum of the paddling community, with organisers Zsports Events having arranged a variety of events from 11am. The event will take place at Dufour Park on the Swartkops River. It caters for paddlers from U12s to the 65-plus category and includes singles, doubles, triples and … [Read more...] about Paddle a CLEAN River
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Godlen Masimla
The growth shown by the Isuzu Southern Kings is what offers individual inspiration to team members, scrumhalf Godlen Masimla believes. The Isuzu Southern Kings have shown some great signs of improvement and maturity in only their second season since joining the Guinness PRO14. A simple look at the statistics will show a positive picture, particularly the fact that at the end of the side’s inaugural season in the championship the Isuzu Southern Kings had amassed a total of 11 log points … [Read more...] about Godlen Masimla
East Cape Olympic Sailor Shows Far East Magic
15 November 2018 – There was joy for South Africa as RSA Magic claimed victory at the Fareast 28R World Championship in China recently. The South African sailors emerged victorious out of 26 teams from 14 countries competing in the prestigious event. “It was a fantastic opportunity,” said two-time Olympian Roger Hudson, who skippered the boat along with Malcom Hall. “The championship was in a beautiful place in Lake Fuxian in south west China – a very tricky sailing venue and we … [Read more...] about East Cape Olympic Sailor Shows Far East Magic
Taking Giant Strides
Port Elizabeth – The Nelson Mandela Bay Giants held a press conference on 13 November and addressed the Media about their plans and expectations for the exciting upcoming Mzansi Super League. Coach Eric Simons, captain Jon Jon Smuts, team manager Shafiek Abrahams and players; Junior Dala and Ben Duckett were in attendance. “We had a very good draft, I’m very happy with the squad that we put together. Finally, we have got together as a team and are getting to know each other. The first … [Read more...] about Taking Giant Strides
Kings Injury Battle
The Isuzu Southern Kings continue to battle with a growing injury list after eight rounds of the Guinness PRO14 action. Team doctor Gershwin Kortje confirmed on Tuesday that the most recent casualties, following the side’s narrow 31-38 defeat to defending champions Leinster a fortnight ago, are props Schalk Ferreira (fractured cheek) and Justin Forwood (ankle). “I can confirm that Schalk Ferreira has been ruled out of action for between eight to twelve (8 to 12) weeks with a blowout … [Read more...] about Kings Injury Battle
Course Change for 2019 PE Ironman
IRONMAN South Africa is excited to announce the amended course for the 15th edition of the Standard Bank IRONMAN African Championship taking place on 7 April 2019 in Nelson Mandela Bay. The swim course remains the same with the 3.8km swim taking place at Hobie Beach. The change comes on the 180.1km bike course and 42.2km run course, which will see athletes taking on the 2018 Isuzu IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship bike course in reverse. The bike course takes athletes left out of transition … [Read more...] about Course Change for 2019 PE Ironman
Team Lifesaving SA to compete in youth and open categories in Australia
PORT ELIZABETH - South Africa's top lifesavers will be proudly representing the country at the Lifesaving World Championships in Adelaide, Australia, from 17 November to 2 December 2018, with official backing from General Tire, a brand of Continental. As the title sponsor of Lifesaving South Africa (LSA), General Tire has extended its support for the youth and open teams competing in the World Championships by helping to cover some of the travel costs for Team SA, as well as providing … [Read more...] about Team Lifesaving SA to compete in youth and open categories in Australia
SA teams go down fighting in Guinness PRO14
The Toyota Cheetahs and Isuzu Southern Kings went down fighting on Sunday against Irish Guinness PRO14 giants, Munster and Leinster respectively, as both teams suffered narrow defeats at home despite playing some courageous rugby. The Toyota Cheetahs lost by 30-26 defeat against Munster in Bloemfontein, while the Isuzu Southern Kings went down 38-31 against Leinster in Port Elizabeth. A knock-on by the Toyota Cheetahs metres from the visitors’ tryline in the dying moments of the match at … [Read more...] about SA teams go down fighting in Guinness PRO14
Southern Kings Spirited Showing against Leinster Rugby
High winds and a Sunday afternoon start did not deter supporters from almost filling the Madibaz Main Stand at the Nelson Mandela University in Port Elizabeth for the Guinness Pro14 clash between the Southern Kings and Leinster Rugby on 4 November 2018. The Southern Kings started on attack and looked dangerous in the first 10 minutes. Three minutes after the start Kings winger, Yaw Penxe chased a kick ahead ball from Martin du Toit and crashed over to score in the Leinster corner. The wind … [Read more...] about Southern Kings Spirited Showing against Leinster Rugby
Leinster Rugby team to face Southern Kings
The Leinster Rugby team to face the Southern Kings on Sunday in Round 8 of the Guinness PRO14 has been announced (KO 2.45pm local/12.45pm Irish, live on eir Sport). Scott Fardy will captain the side for the first time in a competitive fixture, starting in the second row with Ross Molony. Fardy has made 28 appearances and scored five tries since joining the province in 2017. There are seven personnel changes to the starting XV that secured a bonus point win away to Benetton Rugby last … [Read more...] about Leinster Rugby team to face Southern Kings
Not Ready to Come out of Retirement Yet, Rob
At lunch today, Rob Taylor from BayFM asked me if I was ready to come out of retirement and play Prop again - it has been a while and the last time that I was a 'contender' I chipped ny shoulder blade and was relegated to a lower team on my return.... Anyway - now I know why Rob asked as it seems that the Southern Kings are experiencing a dry spell when it comes to props. Although, maybe Rob has forgotten, my Jersey Number was 1 - loosehead. The Southern Kings only announced their team … [Read more...] about Not Ready to Come out of Retirement Yet, Rob
Leinster Rugby travelling squad named for Southern Kings
The Leinster Rugby squad to travel to South Africa this evening ahead of Sunday's Guinness PRO14 Round 8 match against the Southern Kings (KO 2.45pm local/12.45pm Irish, live on eir Sport) has been announced. There is a blend of youth and experience in the 27-man squad with three Leinster Rugby centurions and three uncapped players making the journey. Michael Bent, Dave Kearney and Noel Reid account for 338 senior caps between them, while the uncapped trio of Rónan Kelleher, Jimmy O'Brien … [Read more...] about Leinster Rugby travelling squad named for Southern Kings
Irish Guinness PRO14 giants in South Africa
The Isuzu Southern Kings and Toyota Cheetahs will face a challenging task in the Guinness PRO14 this weekend as they line up against two of the top six sides in the competition in exciting clashes on Sunday, with Irish powerhouses Leinster and Munster visiting South Africa. The Isuzu Southern Kings will take on Leinster, who have only suffered one defeat this season, at the Nelson Mandela University, while the Toyota Cheetahs host Munster, who have lost only two matches, at the Toyota … [Read more...] about Irish Guinness PRO14 giants in South Africa
Double Injury Blow for Kings
ISUZU SOUTHERN KINGS LOSE NTSILA AND PUPUMA TO INJURY AHEAD OF LEINSTER CLASH The Isuzu Southern Kings have been dealt a double injury blow on the back of the side’s spirited 34-41 defeat to the Scarlets in last Friday’s Guinness PRO14 Round 7 match at Madibaz Stadium. Loose-forward Andisa Ntsila, who did not return to the field in the second half of the match on Friday, has been ruled out of action for this week’s Round 8 clash against Guinness PRO14 defending champions, Leinster. The … [Read more...] about Double Injury Blow for Kings
Isuzu Southern Kings get boost with arrival of duo
The Isuzu Southern Kings welcomed the arrival of scrumhalf Stefan Ungerer and prop Nicolaas "NJ" Ooshuizen on Monday to bolster the squad in the build-up to the side’s crucial Guinness PRO Round 8 match against defending champions, Leinster. The Isuzu Southern Kings are preparing to take on a strong Leinster side at the Nelson Mandela University’s Madibaz Stadium on Sunday, November 4. Kick-off is at 14h45 SA-time (13h45 UK-time). Following the Port Elizabeth-based side’s spirited … [Read more...] about Isuzu Southern Kings get boost with arrival of duo
