Madibaz set for sevens showdown: Nelson Mandela University are set to host the sixth edition of the University Sport South Africa sevens tournament this Saturday. Photo: Supplied Nelson Mandela University are all set to host the sixth edition of the University Sport South Africa women’s sevens tournament this Saturday. Former rugby manager Melissa Awu, who put forward the motion to present the tournament, said it was a great honour for the Port Elizabeth university and that everything was … [Read more...] about Madibaz set for sevens showdown
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Madibaz cricketers on track for USSA week
Madibaz cricketers on track for USSA week: Solo Nqweni will have an important role to play for Madibaz when the University Sport South Africa cricket tournament starts in Pretoria on Monday. Photo: Full Stop Communications A successful tour to Bloemfontein has put the Nelson Mandela University cricket team in a good frame of mind as they look ahead to the University Sport South Africa tournament in Pretoria next week. Due to the countrywide Fees Must Fall campaign and the subsequent shifting of … [Read more...] about Madibaz cricketers on track for USSA week
Madibaz netballers fighting to the bitter end
Madibaz netballers fighting to the bitter end: Madibaz goal shooter Nolusindiso Twani said the Madibaz would give their all in their last Varsity Netball match of the season against Stellenbosch University. Photo: Full Stop Communications As the Madibaz prepare for what could be their last Varsity Netball match of the season, goal shooter Nolusindiso Twani said the team would not go down without a fight. The Port Elizabeth-based squad set out determined to finish in the top four, but a … [Read more...] about Madibaz netballers fighting to the bitter end
Madibaz on the charge in Varsity Netball tournament
Madibaz on the charge in Varsity Netball tournament: Madibaz’s Nolusindiso Twani, who will be in action against North-West University in Port Elizabeth on Monday, has earned several best shot awards during this year’s Varsity Netball tournament. Photo: Asem Engage Coach Lana Krige believes the Madibaz are on course to move up a position on the Varsity Netball log when they play North-West University in Port Elizabeth on Monday. Following mixed success in their previous two rounds in … [Read more...] about Madibaz on the charge in Varsity Netball tournament
Madibaz sport director delighted with Sascoc post
Madibaz sport director delighted with Sascoc post: Madibaz director of sport Yoliswa Lumka is serving on a Sascoc sub-commission to review technical and scientific protocols at national federations and high-performance centres countrywide. Photo: Supplied Madibaz director of sport Yoliswa Lumka has always been interested in getting the best out of sportsmen and women and her appointment to a Sascoc sub-commission has given her another opportunity to pursue her passion. Approached by the South … [Read more...] about Madibaz sport director delighted with Sascoc post
Madibaz netballers positive ahead of away game
Madibaz netballers positive ahead of away game: After their recent loss against Tuks, Madibaz captain Nandipha Jack said they were looking to bounce back strongly in their Varsity Netball match against UJ. Photo: Asem Engage After the team’s first loss in this year’s Varsity Netball campaign, Madibaz captain Nandipha Jack remains positive as they prepare for their game against University of Johannesburg in Pretoria on Sunday. It is the first game of a doubleheader for the Port … [Read more...] about Madibaz netballers positive ahead of away game
Madibaz basketball teams target Mayoral Cup
Madibaz basketball teams target Mayoral Cup: Ready to compete for Nelson Mandela University in the Mayoral Cup in Nelson Mandela Bay this month are, back from left, Samantha Molema, Nobathwa Vuzane, Moreblessing Ngwenya, Vanessa Mwangi, Nobu Phuza, Kenny Nyoni and, front from left, Litha Mabuto and Nomcebo Zulu. Photo: Supplied Fresh from a winning performance in the annual intervarsity, the Nelson Mandela University basketball teams have switched their attention to the popular Mayoral Cup … [Read more...] about Madibaz basketball teams target Mayoral Cup
PE in the news: Madibaz on a high after early wins
Madibaz on a high after early wins: The Port Elizabeth team kicked off their campaign with a convincing 71-25 victory against Vaal University of Technology on Sunday. They then went on to beat the University of Western Cape 51-43 on Monday, cementing their self-belief in the tournament. Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Shortlist of three names mooted for PE’s airport: The Eastern Cape Geographic Names Committee is considering three prospective names for the Port Elizabeth Airport – … [Read more...] about PE in the news: Madibaz on a high after early wins
Strong Varsity Netball start invaluable for Madibaz
Strong Varsity Netball start invaluable for Madibaz: SPAR Madibaz goalkeeper Jeanie Steyn said the confidence gained from their early success in the Varsity Netball tournament in Stellenbosch over the weekend was something that would be invaluable going forward. The Port Elizabeth team kicked off their campaign with a convincing 71-25 win against Vaal University of Technology on Sunday and Steyn said the next day’s 51-43 triumph against University of Western Cape served to further cement … [Read more...] about Strong Varsity Netball start invaluable for Madibaz
Madibaz ready for close tussle in Varsity Netball tournament
Madibaz ready for close tussle in Varsity Netball tournament: Nandipha Jack will lead the SPAR Madibaz netball team in the fifth edition of the Varsity Netball tournament that starts next week. Photo: Saspa Nelson Mandela University netball coach Lana Krige is anticipating the closest Varsity Netball season yet as her charges prepare for a good showing in the six-week competition that starts on Sunday. Krige said the eight teams that will do battle in the fifth season were closer matched than … [Read more...] about Madibaz ready for close tussle in Varsity Netball tournament
Challenging course for third round of Madibaz XCO series
Challenging course for third round of Madibaz XCO series: The third round of the Madibaz MTB XCO Series, presented in association with Old Mutual Private Wealth Management, features a challenging new course. Photo: Supplied The third round of the Madibaz MTB XCO Series will present riders with an opportunity to try their hand at a challenging new course at the Nelson Mandela University in George on Sunday. Race director Jan Venter said the track, used in the opposite direction last year, was one … [Read more...] about Challenging course for third round of Madibaz XCO series
Madibaz coach realises a hockey dream
Madibaz coach realises a hockey dream: Madibaz premier league hockey coach Cheslyn Gie received a taste of international hockey when he was included in the South African men’s management team for the recent World League semi-finals in Johannesburg. Photo: Supplied A confirmed fanatic from an early age, Madibaz Sport hockey manager Cheslyn Gie realised one of his dreams when he was included in the South African men’s management team for the World League semi-finals in Johannesburg … [Read more...] about Madibaz coach realises a hockey dream
Uitenhage in the news: Madibaz pip Old Grey in tight game
Madibaz pip Old Grey in tight game: noon St Thomas v Crusaders Rebels (W 2nd); 1.30pm Wosa v Old Vics B (W 2nd); 3pm Old Vics A v Rhodes Rats (W pres); 4.30pm Old Grey v Rhodes (M prem); 6pm Gelvan Panthers v Uitenhage (W 1st); 7.30pm Hearts v Wosa (M 2nd) NMU: 2.30pm Mecer NMU Bangers v ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Thrilling finish to season: Unfortunately, Brandwag’s match against Oudtshoorn has been cancelled, while Daniel Pienaar are set for an interesting challenge against Nico … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: Madibaz pip Old Grey in tight game
Madibaz athletes to fly flag at World Student Games
Madibaz athletes to fly flag at World Student Games: Bestmed Madibaz athlete Kelly Kingwill will be making her first appearance at the World Student Games in Chinese Taipei from August 19 to 30 after her inclusion in the University Sport South Africa delegation for the competition. Photo: Saspa Three Nelson Mandela University student-athletes have been included in the University Sport South Africa team to compete in the World Student Games next month. Bestmed Madibaz field competitors Ischke … [Read more...] about Madibaz athletes to fly flag at World Student Games
Twin goals for Madibaz hockey team
Twin goals for Madibaz hockey team: NMMU-Madibaz player Zimasa Dunywa, in action here against UCT, will have an important role to play as the team chase the title in the Eastern Province women’s premier hockey league, which resumes on Friday. Photo: Saspa Delighted with the progress they have shown this year, NMMU-Madibaz women’s hockey coach Michael van Rensburg has set his team twin objectives when the local competitions resume this week. Having continued their improvement by … [Read more...] about Twin goals for Madibaz hockey team
