One of South Africa's major school sport events - the FNB Classic Clashes - celebrates 15 years of developing and nurturing talented young rugby and netball players. The concept started in the beginning of the millennium, focusing on school rugby with 20 schools participating in ten FNB Classic Clashes per season. Over the years, this number has since grown to accommodate 103 schools competing in 53 games countrywide. In 2009 the Bank introduced netball as part of the competition and this … [Read more...] about 15 years of Classic Clashes
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Kings tally Highlanders bumps and bruises
Southern Kings head coach Deon Davids has confirmed that, while a number of players had sustained bumps and bruises during the hard fought game against the Highlanders, most were available for selection against the Emirates Lions game this weekend. Most notably, CJ Velleman, who had just returned after recovering from a broken finger, was most likely going to be unavailable for the last two games, following an apparent knee injury sustained on Saturday. "CJ has taken a bump to the upper … [Read more...] about Kings tally Highlanders bumps and bruises
Local Series win for International Triathlete
Port Elizabeth based German Triathlete 28 year old Johannes Moldan stormed to the lead in the bike leg to take line honours in Round 2 on Sunday. The 2nd round of the Endurade Winter Series was held at Pollok Beach on Sunday morning in near perfect winter conditions with 7 events taking place simultaneously and a great attendance of participants. With all events starting at 10am, it was the Kids 1.25km fun runners that crossed the finish line first with Jayson Archibald winning ahead of … [Read more...] about Local Series win for International Triathlete
Back to the coast for Engen Volkswagen Cup
East London hosts the Engen Volkswagen Cup championship on Saturday, July 9. This will be round four of the national championship, following on from their last round in Port Elizabeth in early June. Just like the Port Elizabeth round, Keagan Masters (18 – Champion) again enters the event as the championship leader. Masters didn't win any races in PE, but he did claim the bonus points for pole position qualifying and producing the fastest race lap. While Masters did not win any races, he was … [Read more...] about Back to the coast for Engen Volkswagen Cup
EP Cricket turns a ‘significant corner’
There is a fresh breeze blowing over the country's most historic sports stadium, St George's Park. Speaking at a function to invited stakeholders and business on Friday July 1, Eastern Province Cricket CEO Jesse Chellan, said EP Cricket had "turned a significant corner". From the President's Suite, overlooking the field that hosted South Africa's first ever men and womens' cricket and rugby internationals Chellan said there was renewed confidence in the structures of the organisation and … [Read more...] about EP Cricket turns a ‘significant corner’
EP Cricket CEO leaving
Eastern Province Cricket CEO, Jesse Chellan, will take up a new post at the International Cricket Council, based in Johannesburg, in September. Chellan was appointed EPC CEO 17 months ago and has since then made great strides in bringing stability and financial security to the Union. During his tenure at EPC Chellan has seen many highlights which include EP Cricket being named the most improved affiliate on the Cricket South Africa annual scorecard which brought with it financial reward … [Read more...] about EP Cricket CEO leaving
No back to back wins for Southern Kings
The Southern Kings played the Pulse Energy Highlanders in their last Vodacom Super Rugby home game at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium in Port Elizabeth on Saturday evening. Coming off of a 29-22 win over the Jaguares in their last fixture the Southern Kings had a shot at back-to-back wins for the first time in the competition. The game promised to be a bit of a grudge match as the Southern Kings earned a 34-27 victory in the last and only time they faced the Highlanders during Round 13 on … [Read more...] about No back to back wins for Southern Kings
EP Kings team for Griquas clash
EP Kings Currie Cup Head Coach, Robbi Kempson, has announced his team to take on Griquas in the curtain raiser at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday. Kempson has made several changes to his starting line up from the match against the Steval Pumas in Nelspruit last week. Up front, Liam Hendricks makes way for David Murray at loosehead, alongside hooker Warrick Venter who retains his position. Tighthead prop goes to Vukile Sofisa, who comes up in place of Louis Albertse. Cornell … [Read more...] about EP Kings team for Griquas clash
Southern Kings v Highlanders, Port Elizabeth
Southern Kings head coach Deon Davids has announced four changes to his starting lineup against the Pulse Energy Highlanders at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on Saturday evening. Most notable among the changes is the inclusion of CJ Velleman at left flank and Malcolm Jaer, at fullback, both of whom have returned from injury. Jaer replaces Jurgen Visser who is still recovering from a concussion sustained during the game against the Jaguares. Stefan Willemse then shifts from left to right … [Read more...] about Southern Kings v Highlanders, Port Elizabeth
Hoping that the Windy City delivers
The NMMU-Madibaz golfers will aim to use local knowledge to their advantage as they strive to make an impact in the University Sport South Africa (USSA) tournament at Humewood in Port Elizabeth next week. Following practice rounds on Sunday, the competition tees off on Monday as the cream of the country's student golfers gather at the famed links course to test themselves against the conditions and their peers. The Madibaz, who will field two teams, would want to improve their positions of … [Read more...] about Hoping that the Windy City delivers
Overseas clubs continue to attract Southern Kings Players
Southern Kings fullback, Jurgen Visser, and flyhalf, Louis Fouche, have both signed contracts in Japan for the Vodacom Super Rugby off season. Southern Kings Chief Operating Officer, Charl Crous confirmed that Visser has signed a deal with the NTT Docomo Red Hurricanes, based in Osaka, while Fouche had signed a deal with the Kubota Spears, based in Funabashi, Chiba, for the 2016/17 season. “We can confirm that both Jurgen and Louis have signed contracts in Japan for the Super Rugby off … [Read more...] about Overseas clubs continue to attract Southern Kings Players
Winter Warm Beach series
The Endurade Winter Series heads for Pollok Beach this Sunday morning with lots of great action for the whole family. Starting from 10am behind the Summerstrand Surf Lifesaving Club, there will be no fewer than 7 events for the participants to choose from, these including a sprint distance triathlon, 750m ocean swim, sprint distance Duathlon, mini Duathlon, kids Duathlon, 5km beach fun run and a kids 1.25km beach run. Top EP triathletes Travis McGrath, Keegan Cooke and Jared Jordan will be … [Read more...] about Winter Warm Beach series
Breakfast with Toetie
Following a nail-biting win in his home town this weekend, South African rugby coach Allister "Toetie" Coetzee was the guest speaker at a business breakfast hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay yesterday. The humble new South African rugby coach, who was appointed earlier this year, spoke about the joys and challenges of his job to the group of business leaders who attended the event, hosted by the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber in partnership with Lynn Williams Media and Communications at … [Read more...] about Breakfast with Toetie
Double Gamble
It's been year's since the Gamble Pharmacy Men's team has been upstaged at the Night Relay and this month's 2nd round of the Town Lodge Business Night Relay witnessed just the second time in over 4 years that a new winner was crowned. Whilst the honours stayed with the company, the winners medal went to the Gamble Pharmacy mixed team who pipped the Men's team by just 30 seconds on Tuesday evening at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The unique Town Lodge Business Night Relay was well supported … [Read more...] about Double Gamble
Heartbreak Hill half marathon
The 40th running of this challenging 21.1km race took place on Saturday 25 June 2016 from St Dominic's Priory School in Miramar. Over 800 people competed on the day, with other's having earned their club points at 2 Helper Runs earlier in June. Many family members took advantage of the outing and the festive atmosphere at the start/finish area. The race gets its name from the relentless climb up Heron and Seaview Roads to the top of Buffelsfontein Road in Mount Pleasant. This climb is fondly … [Read more...] about Heartbreak Hill half marathon
