Nelson Mandela Bay has reason to boast. They have been awarded the 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship. The good news comes after an evaluation and inspection was done by members of the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship team of the city and its surrounds. Hosting the event is set to boost the city's coffers by millions of rands. Nelson Mandela Bay has been the home of the only full Ironman event in Africa for the past ten years. Janine Lee reporting. … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela Bay to host the 2018 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship – Video
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2018 Ironman World First for Nelson Mandela Bay
IRONMAN, a Wanda Sports Holding company, announced today that the 2018 IRONMAN® 70.3® World Championship has been awarded to Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa on 1st and 2nd September, 2018. It is the first time an IRONMAN World Championship event will be held on the African continent. Located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, Nelson Mandela Bay first hosted an IRONMAN event in 2004 and has been the site of the Standard Bank IRONMAN African Championship since 2015. The World … [Read more...] about 2018 Ironman World First for Nelson Mandela Bay
Sunfoil Series gets underway
The Warriors travel to East London this week for their first match of the season. The Sunfoil Series gets underway on Wednesday 5 October 2016 with the Warriors taking on the Dolphins. The squad is as follows: Colin Ackermann Andrew Birch Clyde Fortuin Phaphama Fojela Simon Harmer (Captain) Sisanda Magala Edward Moore Lesiba Ngoepe Jerry Nqolo Michael Price Somila Seyibokwe Yaseen Vallie Basheer Walters … [Read more...] about Sunfoil Series gets underway
The Australians are Coming
EP Cricket and St George's Park is gearing up for a big 2016/2017 summer season with the first match being the Proteas vs Australia Momentum One Day International on 9 October 2016. As always these two powerhouse teams will be looking to thrill the fans with top class cricket and a fan experience to be remembered. The ever popular St George's Brass Band, who celebrate their 20th anniversary, will keep the historic St George's vibe going entertaining both fans and teams. South Africa and … [Read more...] about The Australians are Coming
Colin Ingram steps down as Warriors Captain
Warriors Cricket announced yesterday that Colin Ingram has requested to step down as captain. Colin has had some injury concerns and feels that he would not do justice to the role of captain. He had knee surgery a few weeks ago and is now in recovery. His rehabiliaton is going well but he is some time away from getting out into the middle. The Warriors travel to East London for their first Sunfoil Series match of the season which will start on Wednesday 5 October. In light of the above it … [Read more...] about Colin Ingram steps down as Warriors Captain
Train Wins
The Metrorail train proved too strong for the teams this year in the Nelson Mandela Bay Train Race which took place between Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage Stations yesterday. The 700 strong passengers on the train got to enjoy the feeling of victory as the train crossed the finish line in a time of 1hr 43minutes, just 5 minutes ahead of defending champion Corporate Team, Gamble Pharmacy. Great conditions welcomed the participants and spectators at Port Elizabeth Station as the race got underway … [Read more...] about Train Wins
United Through Sport Joins the Laureus Family
Port Elizabeth based United Through Sport is now receiving funding through the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. https://youtu.be/gt-qnGFaC8s United Through Sport under Nick Mould is a registered non-profit organisation focused on using sport as a tool to develop children and youth from disadvantaged communities across Nelson Mandela Bay. The project focuses on the following sporting codes: Football, Rugby, Cricket, Netball, Hockey, Tennis, Basketball and Swimming. Currently the programme … [Read more...] about United Through Sport Joins the Laureus Family
EP Kings final chance at victory against Pumas
EP Kings coach Barend Pieterse has made seven changes to his starting team for their final Currie Cup match of the season, against the Steval Pumas in Port Elizabeth on Friday evening (kick-off at 18h00). In the front row, Barend Potgieter replaces Justin Forwood (concussion) at loosehead prop, while Vukile Sofisa is promoted from the bench to tighthead, where he takes over from Pieter Stemmet, who will start amongst the replacements. At lock, David Antonites is out with a hand injury and … [Read more...] about EP Kings final chance at victory against Pumas
Kings vs Lions – O’ Gats!
On Saturday, the Xerox Golden Lions recovered from a slow start against the EP Kings in Port Elizabeth to cruise to a bonus-point 71-7 victory as they dominated territory and possession, which kept alive their semi-final hopes. The hosts conceded several penalties in the opening 15 minutes and the defending champions opted to attack rather than kick at goal, which saw them having to contend with a spirited EP Kings defensive effort. The Xerox Golden Lions finally broke through for their first … [Read more...] about Kings vs Lions – O’ Gats!
Chippa United sign deal with Atletico Madrid [Video]
A delegation from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid has concluded their two day-visit to Port Elizabeth where they had first-hand experience of the poor football facilities in the Nelson Mandela Metro. They also signed a lucrative business deal with Absa Premiership club Chippa United which will be a launch pad for football development in the country. These includes building a soccer academy in the province and an exchange programme between the two clubs. Nokhwezi Primary School in … [Read more...] about Chippa United sign deal with Atletico Madrid [Video]
Six changes to EP Kings side for Xerox Golden Lions clash
EP Kings coach, Barend Pieterse, has made six changes, one of them positional, to his match 22 for the forthcoming Currie Cup Premier Division match against the Xerox Golden Lions at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Justin Forwood will start at loosehead prop, which allows for Pieter Stemmet to return to the tighthead position. At lock, Dylan Pieterse is not available for selection due to illness. He will be replaced by either David Antonites or Tazz Fuzani, both of … [Read more...] about Six changes to EP Kings side for Xerox Golden Lions clash
Local sailors sail Bart’s Bash in aid of Disabled Sailing
Round 1 of Bart's Bash was sailed on Saturday 16 September out of the Algoa Bay Yacht Club, Port Elizabeth. This year the Redhouse Yacht Club and ABYC joined forces to sail the Bash. Race Officer, Ronnie Baer took the fleet of 16 entrants out of the Port of Port Elizabeth to sail offshore. The overcast conditions presented some interesting challenges for some of the open dinghies in the lumpy sea, 10 knot South South East wind and intermittent drizzle. Divided into two fleets to … [Read more...] about Local sailors sail Bart’s Bash in aid of Disabled Sailing
EP Kings team for Cell C Sharks clash
The EP Kings travel to Durban this week to play against the Cell C Sharks at the Growthpoint Kings Park Stadium. Kick off is at 15h00 on Saturday 17 September 2016. EP Kings Team 1. Barend Potgieter 2. Martin Bezuidenhout (Vice Captain) 3. Justin Forwood 4. Dylan Pieterse 5. Sebastian Ferreira 6. Vincent Jhobo 7. Brandon Brown 8. Christiaan De Bruin 9. Ricky Schroeder (Captain) 10. Pieter Steyn de Wet 11. Sampie Mastriet 12. Waylon Murray 13. Burton Klaasen 14. Siwivive … [Read more...] about EP Kings team for Cell C Sharks clash
44th Aquabear Invitational
The launch of the Aquabear Invitational Meet 2016 was held on Wednesday, 7 September at the Grey High School Pool in Port Elizabeth. Media and Sponsors had the opportunity to see some of Aquabear's young, upcoming and dedicated swimmers in action at the training pool - very tiring to watch! The Aquabear Swim Club (as it is known now) has a rich history with the club established out of the old P.A. Park and F.M.C. Swimming clubs which actually date back to 1918. From these clubs, Aquabear … [Read more...] about 44th Aquabear Invitational
Three Bullets for Stephen
Aldo Scribante Raceway in Port Elizabeth hosted round two of the Sasol GTC Africa championship in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. Changeable conditions saw the field practice and qualify in dry weather and race day took place in the rain. From the outset, Michael Stephen and his Engen Xtreme Audi A3 GTC and Daniel Rowe in his Volkswagen Golf GTI GTC Production set the pace for their respective classes. Stephen and Rowe were the quickest in qualifying on Friday afternoon, putting them at the front … [Read more...] about Three Bullets for Stephen
