26 February 2024 by Guest JOHANNESBURG: It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that Cricket South Africa (CSA) mourns the passing of Shaun George, a stalwart of South African cricket whose contributions to the game were immense and far-reaching. Shaun’s journey in cricket spanned decades, from his days as a talented all-rounder in the Pre-Unity era, representing Transvaal and Eastern Province in 17 First-Class matches, to establishing himself as one of the top umpires in the world. His … [Read more...] about CSA Mourns The Passing Of Umpire, Shaun George
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SA players fired up for Squash57 Nationals in Gqeberha
Eastern Province is gearing up for an action-packed weekend on Gqeberha’s squash courts when the third edition of the Rystix Squash57 SA National Championships takes place from Friday to Sunday. With three men’s sections and two women’s divisions, there promises to be some serious competition over the three days, particularly in the men’s Open division, despite champion Christo Potgieter not being there to defend his title. Much to his dismay, the two-time titleholder from Johannesburg has … [Read more...] about SA players fired up for Squash57 Nationals in Gqeberha
Young Graeme team ready for rugby festival
A relatively young Graeme side are ready to test themselves in the demanding environment of first team rugby when they compete in the annual Graeme College Rugby Festival in Makhanda from March 14-16. As excitement begins to build in the squad, as well as the whole school, the challenge for the hosts lies in the perennially tough Selborne College outfit from East London. The two teams, who drew 7-7 in the corresponding clash two years ago, will again meet in the climax of the festival on … [Read more...] about Young Graeme team ready for rugby festival
Betway SA20 Team of the Season Dominated by SEC and DSG
Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Durban’s Super Giants most represented teams Wednesday, 14 February 2024: Betway SA20 has announced the 12-man squad of performing players to produce up the Team of the Season. Season 2 saw some phenomenal individual performances, with the competition producing high-quality and competitive cricket across the 34 matches. 2024 Champions, Sunrisers Eastern Cape and losing Finalists, Durban’s Super Giants, are the most represented teams, with each team boasting five star … [Read more...] about Betway SA20 Team of the Season Dominated by SEC and DSG
The flat, quick Friendly City 50km Qualifier
The Runified City 50km event which will start and finish at Pollock Beach, Summerstrand on Sunday, 25 February, will be open to every this year and will be an official Two Oceans and Comrades Marathon qualifier.An added incentive for entrants is that there will also be an official 42,2km timing mat which runners will also be allowed to use to submit as a qualifier. Transport back to the 50km finish line will be arranged for those athletes who finish on the 42.2km effect. This event, which is … [Read more...] about The flat, quick Friendly City 50km Qualifier
Enjoy an active Valentine’s Day with the Absa SPRINT YOUR CITY Series’ ‘The LIKE Rush 5K’ Challenge
Runners and walkers are invited to actively embrace Valentine’s Day by registering for the Absa RACE YOUR CITY Series’ second challenge, ‘The FANCY Race 5K’ Strava Challenge that is set to hold spot on Wednesday, 14 February 2024. “This challenge is the perfect opportunity for energetic couples, friends, and families to celebrate Valentine’s Day actively,” states Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the Absa RACE YOUR CITY Series. “These Strava Challenges serve as … [Read more...] about Enjoy an active Valentine’s Day with the Absa SPRINT YOUR CITY Series’ ‘The LIKE Rush 5K’ Challenge
Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape commence battle to join DSG in Qualifier 1
Both sides having already qualified for playoffsFriday, 02 February 2024: With Durban’s Super Giants having already secured their spot in Qualifier 1 of the Betway SA20 Playoffs, one spot remains for either Paarl Royals or Sunrisers Eastern Cape to claim. What adds to the excitement of the battle is that the pair face off back-to-back this weekend, starting at Boland Park this evening, so whoever secures their two chances to reach the final will believe well and truly earned it. A win for … [Read more...] about Paarl Royals and Sunrisers Eastern Cape commence battle to join DSG in Qualifier 1
Capitals in search of a commanding victory with playoff spots up for grabs
Tuesday, 30 January 2024: Durban’s Super Giants and Pretoria Capitals meet at Kingsmead today, finding themselves at different ends of the Betway SA20 log. The latter’s hopes of joining DSG in the playoffs are still alive – but only just.Following their victory over Paarl Royals on Sunday, which secured DSG’s playoffs plot, their captain Keshav Maharaj had only praise for a number of his players. “I am really proud of the boys. In the last game, it was about identifying plans to batters and … [Read more...] about Capitals in search of a commanding victory with playoff spots up for grabs
EP pair Ward and Dodd crowned SA doubles champs
The Eastern Province pair of Hayley Ward and Kacey-Leigh Dodd crowned a successful return to the Tswalu SA National Doubles Squash Championships when they regained the title in Johannesburg at the weekend. They had previously won the title in 2021, but were then ousted in the final the next year before a severe knee injury sidelined Dodd for about 12 months. But at Country Club Johannesburg on Sunday there was no stopping them as they kept their errors to a minimum and exploited their … [Read more...] about EP pair Ward and Dodd crowned SA doubles champs
Fine margins key as double header Saturday heats up race to the playoffs
The incredible Betway SA20 to light up Gqeberha and Centurion Saturday, 27 January 2024: The race to the Betway SA20 Season 2 Playoffs continues at pace on Saturday with a double header of fixtures. In the earlier clash, 3rd-placed Sunrisers Eastern Cape host 4th-placed MI Cape Town at 13h30 at St George’s Park. Later in the afternoon, the current bottom two teams, Pretoria Capitals and Joburg Super Kings meet in a Highveld Derby neither team can afford to lose. This match will start … [Read more...] about Fine margins key as double header Saturday heats up race to the playoffs
Bloemfontein to host historic Bok Test against Portugal (NOT Gqeberha)
Bloemfontein has been confirmed as the venue when the Springboks face Portugal in the historic first Test between the nations on Saturday, 20 July, in the final match of the Castle Lager Incoming Series as part of a thrilling 2024 home Test schedule.The back-to-back Rugby World Cup champions return to the Toyota Stadium for the first time since their narrow 13-12 defeat against Wales in the City of Roses in 2022, and will be expecting a competitive challenge against Portugal, who defeated RWC … [Read more...] about Bloemfontein to host historic Bok Test against Portugal (NOT Gqeberha)
Gqeberha set to launch the exciting start to the 2024 Absa DASH YOUR CITY Series
You are here: Home / News / MyPR / Gqeberha set to launch the exciting start to the 2024 Absa DASH YOUR CITY Series 22 January 2024 by Guest 2 Comments Jumpstart your 2024 fitness regime with the Absa RACE YOUR CITY Series’ RUSH.CLIMB.RUN Challenge on Strava The Absa DASH YOUR CITY Series will launch its 2024 Strava Challenge Campaign this upcoming Sunday, January 28, featuring its… Read More at the Source Share this: Related Filed Under: MyPR Tagged With: 2024, Exciting, Gqeberha, MyPR, … [Read more...] about Gqeberha set to launch the exciting start to the 2024 Absa DASH YOUR CITY Series
Jumpstart your 2024 fitness regime with the Absa SPRINT YOUR CITY Series’ SPRINT.CLIMB.RUN Challenge on Strava
The Absa RACE YOUR CITY Series will launch its 2024 Strava Challenge Campaign this upcoming Sunday, January 28, featuring its infamous DASH.CLIMB.RUN Challenge as the first exciting activity. By completing the Challenge, runners from across the country will stand a chance to win a fantastic prize compliments of the Absa RUSH YOUR CITY Series and its esteemed footwear and apparel partner, PUMA South Africa. “We’re thrilled to support runners in getting back into the swing of things after the … [Read more...] about Jumpstart your 2024 fitness regime with the Absa SPRINT YOUR CITY Series’ SPRINT.CLIMB.RUN Challenge on Strava
Harmer lauds Stubbs effect ahead of crunch Capitals match
A rematch of Season 1 final set to light up St George’s ParkMonday, 22 January 2024: With this week marking the middle of the group stage of Betway SA20 Season 2, Monday’s fixture between Sunrisers Eastern Cape (SEC) and Pretoria Capitals is set to be a key match. Hosts, Sunrisers near into the clash – a repeat of the Season 1 final they won – in third area on the log standings after two wins from four matches, the most recent against Durban’s Super Giants (DSG) on Saturday. Meanwhile the … [Read more...] about Harmer lauds Stubbs effect ahead of crunch Capitals match
Nelson Mandela Bay Runified 50km returns
After 3 successful years which saw the event fracture 5 world records alongside numerous world age bests and national and continental records, the Nelson Mandela Bay Runified 50km returns to the dazzling Pollock Beach in Summerstrand, Gqeberha on Sunday 25 February 2024 and this time a diminutive different from before, which will also include a 10km event on the day.In the previous three editions, the event was only open to elite athletes who were invited to grasp fragment in the rapid 5 lap … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay Runified 50km returns
