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Just before the start of the Chippa United vs Pirates game in the Absa PSL

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Just before the start of the Chippa United vs Pirates game in the Absa PSL #portelizabeth #absaprem #football - Taken by the Editor whilst wandering aimlessly about pretending to be in the know.   In the last 6 minutes of extra time a really tight game dominated by Chippa United, Pirates slipped in two goals to end up winning 4-2. No shame on the local outfit who played an exceptional game. … [Read more...] about Just before the start of the Chippa United vs Pirates game in the Absa PSL

Leinster vs Southern Kings

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There were a few changes made by Southern Kings Head Coach Deon Davids when he named his team to take on Leinster in a GUINNESSPRO14 championship clash tomorrow evening. Amongst the backline a shuffle of the back three saw Michael Makase, who played on the left wing against Ospreys, move to his favoured position of right wing whilst Anthonie Volmink, who missed out against Ospreys, has been restored to left wing in the starting XV. Yaw Penxe, who was at right wing in the last game, now moves … [Read more...] about Leinster vs Southern Kings

ABYC Eviction Attempt – a personal view

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The news about the Algoa Bay Yacht Club's pending 'eviction' first came to ABYC members attention at 7:00 am during a news broadcast by Algoa FM. ABYC Exco members Mark Dawson, Sean Wiseman and myself were sailing a 420 dinghy on the North End Lake in the Redhouse Yacht Club 24 Hour Sailing Challenge as part of Team Full of Sheet. Most members of the Algoa Bay Yacht Club can tell you stories of great sailing over the years, of many friends made off of yachts seeking shelter or visiting the … [Read more...] about ABYC Eviction Attempt – a personal view

Ironman Challenges Artists

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Call for entries for the design of the 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP top male and female athlete award. Artists working in the Eastern Cape are challenged by the international IRON MAN committee and the host city Nelson Mandela Bay to create an outstanding and innovative design for the 2018 IRON MAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP top male and female athlete’s trophies. Artists are invited to submit concept drawings and designs which can take the form of sketches, computer generated designs, … [Read more...] about Ironman Challenges Artists

26-12 Defeat Brings Sad News for Klaasen

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The Southern Kings medical team under Dr Clement Plaatjies found themselves rather busy in the wake of the local franchise’s 26-12 defeat to Ospreys on Friday. Thankfully most of the cases they had to deal with concerned bumps and bruises but there was some unfortunate news when it came to centre Harlon Klaasen. "Harlon suffered a hamstring injury and will be unable to play for a while so a decision has been made to send him back to South Africa. Jacques Nel will be flying in as a … [Read more...] about 26-12 Defeat Brings Sad News for Klaasen

Wine or Chocolates for the Lightweight?

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One of the wonderful things about Sailing Regattas is the banter afterwards. At the RYC 24 Hour Sailing Regatta I was censured by Daryll Garner (L) for making my crew do most of the work on our 420. And the prize was a choice between Wine and Chocolates. Wine for the crew it has to be - I considered chocolates but want to go faster next time... #420, #RedhouseYachtClub, #alanstraton, #sailing #regatta #abycpe - Taken by the Editor whilst wandering aimlessly about pretending to be in the know. … [Read more...] about Wine or Chocolates for the Lightweight?

Lake Farm 2018 Charity Run and Ride

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Lake Farm Centre will be celebrating the 23rd edition of their flagship fundraiser, the annual Charity Run & Ride, next month on the weekend of 17 & 18 March. Besides the wide variety of road, trail and mountain bike events taking place on this weekend, they have also planned entertainment for the whole family. Kids will enjoy the jumping castle and the popular country pony rides while the adults can relax to the sounds of the well-known Lake Farm Centre Band and win fantastic prizes … [Read more...] about Lake Farm 2018 Charity Run and Ride

Three ABYC Buoys

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Club members show support for the Algoa Bay Yacht Club team that sailed in the 24 Hour Sailing Challenge on the North End Lake hosted by the Redhouse Yacht Club. John Tudehope, Leon van Niekerk and Jimmy Swinnerton - the ABYC Buoys were a welcome addition to the event at the Powerboat Club premises. John and Leon even got to sail two rounds on the 420 dinghy. Thanks for the support and encouragement guys! The 10 members of the ABYC Sailing Team, 'Full of Sheet' came third - Taken by the Editor … [Read more...] about Three ABYC Buoys

ABYC Provides Clarity and Answers to TNPA’s Public ‘Declaration of Eviction’

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The Algoa Bay Yacht Club is a voluntary sporting body based within the Port of Port Elizabeth. Established in 1959 the sole reason for ABYC's existence is to 'Foster an Interest in Sailing'. Run by volunteers the club has hosted many regattas and visiting yachtsmen in support of Nelson Mandela Bay's quest to become the Watersport Capital. On Saturday 17 February at 12:58 the TNPA released a press statement on the "impending eviction of the Algoa Bay Yacht Club" (see below for the verbatim … [Read more...] about ABYC Provides Clarity and Answers to TNPA’s Public ‘Declaration of Eviction’

Kragga Kamma Golf Course Answers Malicious Rumours

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Dear MyPE Towards the end of 2017 malicious information was being spread to the effect that our beloved golf course was closing down. (probably as a result of a very competitive ‘market’ in which we are competing!) While this was going on, we as the current Executive Committee, were already negotiating a process of running and continuing operations at the club. This is now in full operation and major improvements were immediately introduced. Our patrons are confirming this regularly. We … [Read more...] about Kragga Kamma Golf Course Answers Malicious Rumours

Kings vs Ospreys

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The Southern Kings today named their team to take on Welsh outfit Ospreys in a GUINNESSPRO14 championship clash at the Liberty Stadium in Swansea tomorrow evening and opted for just a single change from the fifteen players who took to the field against Ulster last weekend. Left wing Anthony Volmink is replaced by Michael Makase with the remaining members of the team all offered another chance to show what they are capable of after a disappointing last outing. Concerns about the fitness of … [Read more...] about Kings vs Ospreys

Local talent qualify for 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship

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Five Siyaphambili Triathlon Participation Programme athletes have proven that the sky is the limit by qualifying for a slot at the 2018 IRONMAN® 70.3® World Championship in Nelson Mandela Bay to be held on 1 and 2 September. From previously disadvantaged backgrounds, the opportunity to reach new heights and excel is always a tough battle. However, this once in a lifetime opportunity has been grabbed with both hands by triathletes Talia Nomdoe, Zolile Mhlahlo, Justin Butler, Yaseen Abrahams … [Read more...] about Local talent qualify for 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship

Kings Find A City For All Reasons

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Saturday the 7th of April is set to be a red-letter day for rugby fans in the Southern Cape! That’s the date on which the city of George will, for the first time ever, play host to an international rugby franchise fixture, with the Southern Kings set to take on Irish outfit Munster in a GUINNESSPRO14 encounter. “This is an extremely exciting development for us and forms part of the Southern Kings’ mission to bring international rugby to all our people. South Western Districts has always been … [Read more...] about Kings Find A City For All Reasons

First Female Referee Blows Kings to 59-10 Defeat

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Belfast may have been in the grips of a Northern Hemisphere winter chill but the Southern Kings ran into an Ulster team in red-hot form in a GUINNESPRO14 Championship rugby match played at the Kingspan Stadium last night - Friday, 9 February. Despite a stout and gutsy defensive performance, especially in the first half, the Kings went down by 59 points to 10 against the Irishmen, after trailing 21-3 at halftime. It was a disappointing start to the South African franchise’s three-match tour … [Read more...] about First Female Referee Blows Kings to 59-10 Defeat