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Many medals were won and spots secured in SA championships
Many medals were won and spots secured in SA championships
Brakpan Boxing Club proved its mettle once again last weekend at the Transnet Engineering boxing ring in Koedoespoort, Pretoria.
The occasion was the cadet and junior championship and development tournament, where five of the club's boxers competed in an event that showcased the club's hard work and commitment to developing top-tier athletes.
De-Han Lubbe and Donewin Martens both won their bouts 3-0, while Kosie Roos claimed victory after his opponent withdrew. Andre Mare lost his match by referee stoppage, and Talitha Roos, despite a loss, earned a silver medal.
Beyond the tournament's success, the club is also celebrating national call-ups. Brakpan boxers have been selected to represent Gauteng at the upcoming South African Championships.
Coach Jaco Visagie will serve as the assistant manager for the Gauteng team, and coach Steven Labuschagne has been appointed one of the team coaches.
JP Visagie secured his place with a gold medal in the 56kg division, Talitha Roos qualified with a silver in the 48kg division, and Donewin Martens added to the honours with a gold in the 76kg division.
Donewin and JP also excelled at the recent Novice Championship, where they earned gold and silver respectively. Brakpan Boxing Club will next host its own tournament on August 23 at the club, located at the Brakpan Indoor Sports Centre.
The action is set to start at 12:00.
