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'I told myself that nothing is gonna stop me from doing what I love' -More medals for Tumi Ramokgopa

Mosibodi Whitehead

Aug 16, 20232 min read

'I told myself that nothing is gonna stop me from doing what I love' -More medals for Tumi Ramokgopa

At just 15 years old, Tumi Ramokgopa has achieved what would take many athletes an entire career to get right. This year alone the...

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'There are promises but nothing in writing' - Uncertain future for Vorentoe as sponsor withdraws

Mosibodi Whitehead

Aug 8, 20232 min read

'There are promises but nothing in writing' - Uncertain future for Vorentoe as sponsor withdraws

With scores of youth, junior and senior SA Champions having called the school home, Hoërskool Vorentoe is one of South Africa's most...

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'I'm very surprised at how I've turned out' - Lee-Sue Nyathi bags awards and looks forward to 2023

Mosibodi Whitehead

Nov 16, 20222 min read

'I'm very surprised at how I've turned out' - Lee-Sue Nyathi bags awards and looks forward to 2023

As 2022 comes to an end, awards ceremonies are in full swing around the country as schools, clubs and provincial federation rewards their...

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'It shows that I can fight and still finish top three' - Richardson's bronze good for Gauteng Awards

Mosibodi Whitehead

Sep 14, 20223 min read

'It shows that I can fight and still finish top three' - Richardson's bronze good for Gauteng Awards

Not since Caster Semenya was voted as the Sports Personality of the Year by the public, has a senior athlete made a significant impact on...

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'I want to go to the Olympics in 2024' - rising star Karabo Motsoeneng does it for her mom

Mosibodi Whitehead

Aug 17, 20223 min read

'I want to go to the Olympics in 2024' - rising star Karabo Motsoeneng does it for her mom

To understand the challenges faced by South Africa's women in sport, black women especially - look no further than the sport of...

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"Just keep on working hard and don't give up" - Fina Dube celebrates new PB

Mosibodi Whitehead

May 5, 20222 min read

"Just keep on working hard and don't give up" - Fina Dube celebrates new PB

When most young athletes are asked to name a role model, many will call upon the name of a decorated performer whose list of accolades...

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"I'm dedicating this to my late brother," Viwe Jingqi after scorching 100m & 200m junior records

Mosibodi Whitehead

Apr 4, 20222 min read

"I'm dedicating this to my late brother," Viwe Jingqi after scorching 100m & 200m junior records

Of all the thrilling performances dished up over three days of the the ASA U16 (Sub-Youth), U18 (Youth) and U20 (Junior) Track & Field...

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'I had to make some sacrifices' - Miné de Klerk on the road to success

Mosibodi Whitehead

Mar 16, 20223 min read

'I had to make some sacrifices' - Miné de Klerk on the road to success

By adding yet another prestigious award to her already bulging trophy cabinet, Miné de Klerk has secured her status as one of the best...

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More depth needed to produce world class female athletes as Nel dominates U19 400m hurdles

Mosibodi Whitehead

Feb 23, 20223 min read

More depth needed to produce world class female athletes as Nel dominates U19 400m hurdles

The lack of top class female performers in both the junior and senior ranks in South African athletics is a cause for serious concerns...

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