A sea of blue swept down Marine Drive on Saturday morning as thousands of women, proudly wearing their official race T-shirts, braved the cool morning air to participate in the 21st SPAR Women's Challenge in Port Elizabeth. And, as has become tradition, several men also lined up on the starting line donning flamboyant outfits rounded off with glitzy accessories including brightly coloured wigs, feather boas and even stilettos. "Waking up to more than 14 000 beautiful women on a Saturday … [Read more...] about A blue celebration for Port Elizabeth
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Rutendo Nyahora eyes defence of PE title
Zimbabwe's Rutendo Nyahora has her sights set on defending her title in the Port Elizabeth leg of the SPAR Women's Challenge at Pollok Beach on Saturday. "It won't be easy as I am often my own worst enemy," said Nyahora. "Once you have won a race, you place pressure on yourself to do again. "All eyes are on you to succeed again, so this year's race will not only be a physical challenge, but a psychological one too." The 25-year-old Nedbank Running Club athlete admitted that the pressure … [Read more...] about Rutendo Nyahora eyes defence of PE title
Lloyd Cele will bring soul to women’s race
Former Idols runner-up Lloyd Cele will help SPAR Women's Challenge participants forget about their tired muscles with his soothing music when he takes to the stage at Pollok Beach in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, May 3. "I can't wait, it is going to be super awesome," said Cele about performing for more than 14 000 runners and walkers as part of the post-race entertainment. "I am very excited about it and honoured to have the opportunity to perform at the event," said the Sama … [Read more...] about Lloyd Cele will bring soul to women’s race
12 000 Women headed for Pollock Beach
Due to the on-going redevelopment of the Kings Beach car park by the Mandela Bay Development Agency, the SPAR Women's Challenge will be moving to a more spacious venue at Pollock Beach in Port Elizabeth. After fielding more than 12 000 participants last year, organisers of the Eastern Cape's biggest road race are expecting a surge in entries for the 20th anniversary edition on May 4. "We will definitely need more space to accommodate our ladies," said SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager … [Read more...] about 12 000 Women headed for Pollock Beach
Caption this Walk on Water Image
The image below of NSRI volunteer Damiano Hand was taken off of Pollock Beach, Summerstrand. It appears as though young Damiano is walking on water. In actual fact he is standing on a rocky ledge just below the surface that has a habit of catching paddlers, boaters and even fishermen unawares. We have run through many versions of captions and would like to see yours in the comments section below. Who knows, maybe you will get the satisfaction of seeing your words contributing to raising … [Read more...] about Caption this Walk on Water Image
Teenager Still Missing off Pollock Beach
NSRI Port Elizabeth volunteer sea rescue duty crew launched their sea rescue craft MEGAN II at 15h40 on Sunday 15 January 2012 and responded to Pollock Beach, Summerstrand following reports of a teenager who had gone missing in the surf while swimming. NSRI Port Elizabeth, EC Government Health: EMS and their rescue helicopter, Coastal rescue, the SA Police Force and a Police dive unit and lifeguards conducted an extensive sea, air and shore search but no sign of a 14 year old local male, who … [Read more...] about Teenager Still Missing off Pollock Beach
Something Bad, but Classic at Pollock Beach
There we were just minding our own business on our way to Flat Rocks with the four legged menaces when the Longhair burst out laughing. Now the Longhair is prone to the occasional outbursts of hilarity but this one took a while to subside. The Reason? Some enterprising street photoshopper has altered the 'Something Good' sign adorning the closed roadhouse near Pollock Beach to read 'Something Bad' Classic. … [Read more...] about Something Bad, but Classic at Pollock Beach
Grizzled Lifesavers Show Youngsters a Thing or Two
The surf lifesaving youngsters of yesteryear provided some excitement and entertainment during the annual East Cape Masters championships at Pollock Beach on Saturday afternoon. Competitors took part in seven individual and team events, with results split into the ten year age categories from 30 years upwards. In the relays, the three persons ages had to add up to at least 120 years, or older. Summerstrand Life Saving Club's Andrew Skowno won the 30 to 39 surf swim, followed home by … [Read more...] about Grizzled Lifesavers Show Youngsters a Thing or Two
Summies Local Hero Saves Man From Drowning
www.MyPE.co.za: One of Summerstrand Surf Lifesaving Clubs newest members, 16 year old Patrick Abraham, is the clubs latest hero after rescuing and resuscitating a man who had drowned off Pollok Beach, Port Elizabeth, late on New Years Day. The young hero, who starts grade 10 at Victoria Park High later this month, only passed his senior Surf Lifesaving Award two weeks ago, and he had just completed his fourth voluntary duty for the club on New Years Day. The voluntary club patrols Pollok … [Read more...] about Summies Local Hero Saves Man From Drowning
