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The Herald
01-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Kings Beach's Minderon breaks SA record as pool champs wrap up in Gqeberha
Competing alongside younger athletes, Van Niekerk's time placed him among the top finishers in the Open division — a testament to his enduring speed and skill. The final team standings saw Clifton Lifesaving Club rise to the top of the leaderboard with 572 points, followed by Big Bay Lifesaving Club (360) and Kings Beach (317) in a strong showing from host and surf-based clubs. 'It's been an incredible few days in the pool. Bryce's performance, along with others like Barjo's, shows the incredible depth of talent developing in South African lifesaving,' said Craig van Rooyen, Director of Sport for Lifesaving South Africa. 'Records are falling, clubs are stepping up, and the future of this sport is in great hands.' Athletes competed across a full programme including obstacle swims, rescue medleys, manikin tows, and relays — testing both technical skill and physical endurance. Significantly, coastal clubs like Clifton, Big Bay, and Kings Beach continued to make their presence felt in pool competition, a space historically dominated by Gauteng-based teams. This shift highlights a new chapter in South African lifesaving, with clubs pushing for excellence in both surf and pool disciplines. With pool events concluded, focus now shifts fully to Kings Beach, where the Junior and Senior Surf Championships will bring the championships to an exciting close. — Lifesaving SA
The Herald
30-04-2025
- Sport
- The Herald
Fish Hoek dominate DHL Lifesaving SA Nipper Surf Champs in Gqeberha
After three action-packed days of surf racing at Kings Beach, Fish Hoek Lifesaving Club have claimed a commanding overall victory at the DHL Lifesaving South African Nipper Surf Championships, finishing with an impressive 889 points. Competing across the Under-10, Under-12, and Under-14 divisions, SA's youngest lifesavers delivered standout performances in board races, surf swims, beach sprints, run-swim-runs and flags — all under hot weather and variable surf conditions that challenged even the most experienced Nippers. The top three clubs overall were: 1 Fish Hoek Lifesaving Club 889 points, 2 Big Bay Lifesaving Club 429, 3 Summerstrand Lifesaving Club 404. Two Bay youngsters stood out for their exceptional performances and sportsmanship across the tournament. Clara Hope (Kings Beach) was named Under-9 Female Nipper Competitor of the Tournament, showcasing talent, composure and heart in every event she entered. Jakobus Reynolds (Summerstrand) claimed the title of Under-14 Male Nipper Competitor of the Tournament with a series of dominant races and true leadership on the beach. Day three saw particularly tough conditions with stronger wind, rain and shifting waves, but the Nippers rose to the challenge with energy, teamwork and determination — embodying the spirit of lifesaving. 'It's been incredible to watch the next generation of lifesavers perform with such passion and resilience,' Lifesaving SA sport director Craig van Rooyen said. 'Fish Hoek's depth and consistency across all age groups was exceptional, and every club should be proud of the way their Nippers represented their teams and the sport.' The Nipper division continues to grow as a crucial development pipeline for competitive and volunteer lifesaving in SA, with many of this week's participants destined to become junior and senior champions in years to come. The championships continue through the week, with junior and senior surf events taking over at Kings Beach and pool events continuing at the Newton Park Swimming Pool. — Lifesaving SA
