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Eastern Province Seeking Win in new season

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The eight Currie Cup First Division teams will kick off their season this weekend following weeks of preparation, with the matches in George, Robertson, Windhoek and Kempton Park marking the first of seven action-packed pool rounds. Friday’s opening encounter between the SWD Eagles and Leopards in George will mark an historic day in the Currie Cup First Division – proudly sponsored by Nashua and DirectAxis Financial Services – as South Africa’s leading female referee, Aimee Barrett-Theron, … [Read more...] about Eastern Province Seeking Win in new season

I am sure my diet helped the train win

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Editor: As a valued member of the team ON THE TRAIN I have been in training for the longest time and am convinced that the weight that I lost contributed in no small measure to us beating the runners in yesterday's Medihelp Train Race from Port Elizabeth to Uitenhage... With a record breaking 223 teams taking part this year, it was the Train that crossed the line first in a time of 1 hour and 46 minutes, just 3 minutes ahead of the first running team, the Gamble Socials. Teams were well … [Read more...] about I am sure my diet helped the train win

Isuzu partners with Southern Kings Rugby

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An exciting new era has dawned for the Southern Kings with the announcement of the proudly Eastern Cape-side's proposed new owners today. Isuzu Motors South Africa will be partnering with a consortium of predominantly black business people, The Southern Kings and Eastern Province Rugby, through its sponsorship of the Isuzu Southern Kings rugby team franchise for a three year period. The Isuzu Southern Kings will achieve a historical milestone by becoming the first black-owned rugby … [Read more...] about Isuzu partners with Southern Kings Rugby

Medihelp Train Race Runners treated before start

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Early morning at the Campanile as we wait for the start of the Train Race. Just before the start at 9:00 am the Campanile bells played the National Anthem (See Historical Campanile Building for more information). @CaltexEC See also: http://basystems.co.za #trainrace #portelizabeth #alanstraton #mype - Taken by the Editor whilst wandering aimlessly about pretending to be in the know. … [Read more...] about Medihelp Train Race Runners treated before start

Huge contest expected in Durban – Siya Kolisi

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Siya Kolisi and his Springbok team are energised, excited and ready for Saturday’s Castle Lager Rugby Championship opening match against Argentina in Durban. The match kicks off at 17h05 and will be televised live on SuperSport 1. Kolisi will skipper the Springboks from the side of the scrum following his swap with the experienced Francois Louw in revamped loose trio, which also includes the returning Warren Whiteley at No 8. “It’s vital that you start the competition on a good note,” said … [Read more...] about Huge contest expected in Durban – Siya Kolisi

One Southern King Nominated for 2017/18 Guinness PRO14 Dream Team

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The nominations for the Guinness PRO14 Dream Team have been confirmed ahead of Monday night’s Awards and Season Launch Party in Glasgow. With the awards taking place ahead of the season more than 75 members of the media, including former players and coaches, took part in the voting. For the first time, the top three nominees for each position have been listed in advance of the awards. With Leinster Rugby and Scarlets reaching the first-ever Guinness PRO14 Final a number of their players … [Read more...] about One Southern King Nominated for 2017/18 Guinness PRO14 Dream Team

Buffalo City to Host African TriClub Championship

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The hugely popular Standard Bank IRONMAN 70.3® South Africa is set to welcome the IRONMAN African TriClub Championship in 2019 to Buffalo City. The Championship will take place on Sunday, 27 January 2019. “Triathlon clubs are a key part of our sport and club mates become like family during the journey to the IRONMAN finish line. We are excited to give clubs from around Africa the opportunity to compete for the title of IRONMAN African TriClub Champion. Athletes from South Africa, Botswana, … [Read more...] about Buffalo City to Host African TriClub Championship

Reasons Why Uitenhage-Based Team is Smiling

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On the eve of Round 6 of the Extreme Festival at the Zwartkops Raceway, Volkswagen Motorsport could afford a moment to reflect on their involvement and successes in motorsport, both in the past as well as the future. For more than two decades, the Volkswagen Cup has thrilled crowds across the country and with the new generation of Polo GTis so evenly matched, it will continue to do so for some time to come. The Uitenhage-based team also has reason to smile when it comes to the country’s … [Read more...] about Reasons Why Uitenhage-Based Team is Smiling

Rover Fun Enduro Day

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Rover Motor Cycle Club will be hosting their 2nd Fun Enduro day this Saturday (18 August 2018) aimed at all levels of riders including kids, juniors and adults. The last fun event in June was a huge success and attracted a number of entries. Professional Riders will be at the track to offer some tips and advice to the entrants. The Fun Ride will have 3 loops: Mild – First Time Racer (Dads are welcome to ride with to assist) Medium – Are you a week-end warrior, ready for a slight … [Read more...] about Rover Fun Enduro Day

The 97 Pro Athletes Taking Part in 2018 Isuzu Ironman World Championships

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Triathlon’s top talent will come together in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa for the 2018 Isuzu IRONMAN® 70.3® World Championship on September 1 and 2. Boasting one of the most competitive professional fields in the sport, the event will make history when the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship takes place in Africa for the first time. “The professional field set to compete in this championship is once again extraordinary. We are looking forward to a great two-day event,” said Andrew Messick, … [Read more...] about The 97 Pro Athletes Taking Part in 2018 Isuzu Ironman World Championships

Molo Festival of Triathlon Swim

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With just over 2 weeks until the World Ironman 70.3 World Championships taking place in the City, athletes of all ability got to take part in the Molo Festival of Triathlon Championship Swim at Kings Beach, Whilst triathletes and open water swimmers got to experience the World Championship swim course, fun runners took part in a 3km Beach Run and local Surf Ski paddlers enjoyed an exciting 3 lap race around the proposed swim course. In a major difference to open water swimming events, the … [Read more...] about Molo Festival of Triathlon Swim

Big Win for Eastern Province Rugby

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It was one-way traffic and tries galore in the A Section of the Women’s Interprovincial competition, with three landslide victories – the winning teams scored 60 points or more each – by Western Province, Border and Eastern Province on Saturday. In the process, Border prop Asithandile Ntoyanto and the EP duo of Aseza Hele (No 8 and captain) and Phumeza Gadu (wing) scored three tries apiece in the three matches, which netted a total of 32 tries. First up, Eastern Province beat their … [Read more...] about Big Win for Eastern Province Rugby

Night Relay Record Broken

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The undefeated Town Lodge Business Night Relay champions, Gamble Pharmacy, went one better during Round 3 on Tuesday evening at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium when their 5 person running team beat the course record which they had set in 2016. The perfect winters evening conditions ensure the team covered the 17.5km distance in a blistering time of 55 minutes 23 seconds with the SPAR DC chasing hard and finishing in 2nd and 3rd spot respectively in the Men's category in a time of 57 min 33 sec … [Read more...] about Night Relay Record Broken

SA Rugby mourn loss of East Cape Players

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SA Rugby President, Mr Mark Alexander, on Monday sent his condolences to the families, friends and team-mates of three members of the Swallows Rugby Football Club, who died in a motor vehicle accident in the Eastern Cape over the weekend. The team’s captain, Mzwandile Yalezo (29), tighthead prop Onke Gqadushe (27) and team manager Tyron Roberts (49) were killed when the vehicle they were travelling in overturned en route from Nxarhuni to King William’s Town on Saturday evening. Two other … [Read more...] about SA Rugby mourn loss of East Cape Players