Editorial. October 2014 Newsletter

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We appeal to all clubs to embrace the opportunity to promote their events and assist in the continuous growth of our sport in the Western Cape.

1 October 2014 Newsletter Editorial Finally October is upon us and the local sport calendar shows the start of the track and field season as well as the popular midweek road running events. We appeal to all clubs to embrace the opportunity to promote their events and assist in the continuous growth of our sport in the Western Cape. WPA will be having their Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 7 th October As this is not an election year, only the changes to the WPA Constitution and items on the agenda will be discussed. Now that the cross country season is behind us we are looking forward to the very popular and successful Kids Athletics program which starts on 18 th October Western Province Athletics will once again act as the host province for the SA 50km Race Walking Championships, Saturday 11 th October at the Youngsfield Military Base for the fourth consecutive year. We would like to take this opportunity in wishing the race walking commission and the competitors everything of the best for the up and coming championships. One of our major events on the provincial calendar is the Outsurance 94.5 Gun Run. This event attracts a large contingent of temporary runners as well as corporate companies and is the perfect opportunity for clubs to showcase their camaraderie and spirit from our provincial club structures. We wish Atlantic Athletic Club, the host club, a very successful event. It must be mentioned that after a very successful SANLAM Cape Town Marathon, there are a number of resources one can tap into in order to embrace the wonderful sport of athletics. With a field of more than 4500 entrants in the marathon, this is officially the second biggest marathon in South Africa following Soweto with 6000 entrants. A BIG thank you to the volunteers and corporates for their commitment and services rendered. Due to their involvement it s allowing our club members to participate in this major event. Running Regards Jakes Jacobs

Commission News CROSS COUNTRY Cross Country Championships-George-13 September 2014 The ASA National Cross Country Championships were held in Pacaltsdorp on 13 September 2014.

In addition several athletes were entered by the WPA as individual athletes and travelled to the competition at their own expense.

The standard was extremely high and it was evident that the competition would test the athletes intensely. There were two other excellent performances by the WPA team.

2 Commission News CROSS COUNTRY Cross Country Championships-George-13 September 2014 The ASA National Cross Country Championships were held in Pacaltsdorp on 13 September The WPA cross country team comprised of 55 athletes, and although many improvements in various aspects of the discipline is required a satisfactory performance was delivered at this event. In addition several athletes were entered by the WPA as individual athletes and travelled to the competition at their own expense. The 2014 WPA Cross Country team The first race of the day (Master Men) produced a good showing of WPA athletes with Julian Paul and Goodman Mapukane taking first and second place respectively. The standard was extremely high and it was evident that the competition would test the athletes intensely. There were two other excellent performances by the WPA team. These were by Bulelwa Simae in the (Woman s 35-39) 4km event and Oliver Stewart in the boys under 13 event. Both these athletes lead from start to finish and with Oliver Stewart being particularly impressive as he was the sole entrant in the under 13 event, having to compete against CGA who entered two six man teams into this event. Please see the attached result sheet for WPA at the ASA Championships. Master Men in action The lone figure of Bulelwa Simae on her way to an impressive victory

Clive Owen (1st) and Awie Veldsman (2nd) in the Mens 60-64 Age Group Oliver Stewart-impressive in the under 13 Category SENIORS MEN 12 KM MEN 4 KM (UNDER 23 YEARS) Nkosinathi Madyo 21st Emiele

Sheryl De Lange 29 Team: 5 th Place MASTERS WOMEN MEN 35-39 Bulelwa Simae 1 st 35-39 Vakalisa Kopolo 12th 35-39 Christiane Adriaanse 2 40-44 Chantal Simpson 14 40-44 Graham Katzen 5 45-49 Wilna

3 Clive Owen (1st) and Awie Veldsman (2nd) in the Mens Age Group Oliver Stewart-impressive in the under 13 Category SENIORS MEN 12 KM MEN 4 KM (UNDER 23 YEARS) Nkosinathi Madyo 21st Emiele Paulsen 18th Hein Camphor 27 Unathi Neteta 28 Xolisa Batala 37 Team: 5 th Place WOMEN 8 KM WOMEN 4 KM Bulelwa Simae 6th Hanlie Jordaan 26 Lee-Shay Willemse 15th Busisiwe Matiwane 25 Anel Terblanche 8 Sheryl De Lange 29 Team: 5 th Place MASTERS WOMEN MEN Bulelwa Simae 1 st Vakalisa Kopolo 12th Christiane Adriaanse Chantal Simpson Graham Katzen Wilna Eybers Roger Dickson Mariaan Malan SabeloNgcwama Sheryl De Lange Sandra van Graan 4 (Master Men s team yrs.) 2 nd Place (Master Women s team 45-49yrs.) 1 st place Mariëtte Strauss 1st Petrus Olyn 7th Olga Howard Chris Mitchell Beverley Charters Julian Paul Nancy Will Goodman Mpukane Pixie Sparg Clive Owen AwieVeldsman Johan Van Zyl 6 JUNIORS GIRLS BOYS U/13 Hlela Xameni 13 th U/13 Oliver Stewart 1st U/14 Joline Nero 46 U/14 Heinrich Ryk 34 U/15 Anitha Nonene 21 U/15 Ronaldo January 20

4 U/16 Hayley Preen 11 U/16 Rowaldho Ratz 10 U/17 Busisiwe Gwala 17 U/17 Lukhanyo Nobakada 9 U/17 Lauren Jonathan 13 U/17 M. Hartzenberg 36 U/19 Bruce-Lynne Damons 7 U/19 Kaleb Beukes 18 U/19 Pamela Moyikwa 3 U/19 Ashley Smith 13 U/19 Lolita Kievito 18 U/19 Heinrich Wagner 25 U/19 Icarien van Deventer 33 U/19 Anthony Timotheus 21 (Boys U/19yrs. Team) 2 nd place RACE WALKING SA RACE WALKING CHAMPIONSHIPS CAPE TOWN - 11 OCTOBER 2014 Come and support South Africa s best race walking talent on 11 October 2014 from 06:00 at Youngsfield Military base in Wetton. Entry from Wetton Rd. You have seen it on TV during the Olympic Games and World Championships, now is your chance to witness National & Provincial race walkers stride it out for National titles. Enjoy free parking, a safe environment and a great atmosphere for all ages. For more info on the event contact wpracewalking@gmail.com Coaching IAAF/WPA KIDS ATHLETICS COURSE 50km Men & Women 06:00 20km Senior & Master Women 06:30 20km Senior & Master Men 07:00 10km Master, Junior & Youth Women 09:00 10km Master, Junior & Youth Men 10:00 5km Boys & Girls 11:30 3km Boys & Girls 12:00 Pinehurst Primary school in Pinelands was the location for latest of the IAAF/WPA Kids Athletics Course in September, and what an ideal one it proved to be. The course was fully booked (21) in advance, with 19 coaches actually attending. The coaches had the opportunity to work with children from Pinehurst Primary and one of the WPA Kids Athletics Development clubs (ATC). They then had the opportunity to experience all the practical elements themselves. These elements complemented the work in the lecture room, covering such other topics as Growth and Development, Planning training, Learning skills, The role of the coach, Basic rules etc, as well as completing assignments and tasks in their workbooks.

5 Events SANLAM CAPE TOWN MARATHON The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is managed through a joint partnership between Western Province Athletics (WPA), ASEM Running and the City of Cape Town. Endorsed by Elana Meyer and Francois Pienaar, it was held from Saturday, 20 September to Sunday, 21 September The classic 42.2km marathon is the central focus of a weekend of running through Africa s Mother City, which includes a 10km Peace Run, a 4.2km Peace Fun Run, a 22km and 11km Peace Trail Run, and 5 x 4.2km, Peace Corporate, School and University Relay. The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon route is competitive, yet beautiful, offering runners a unique experience that highlights the City s natural splendour and top cultural attractions. The field is inclusive of the world s elite athletes, club and non-club runners, wheelchair racers, casual joggers, social runners and walkers. Athletes and spectators can enjoy Cape Town s unique festive atmosphere at safe, fun supporter zones along the route, as well as at the Cape Town Stadium in Green Point. Sanlam 22km & 11km Peace Trail Run The first two main events of the 2014 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon got off to an early start on the Saturday morning in ideal weather conditions, with two of the country s best off-road runners taking top honours in the Peace Trail 22km and Peace Trail 11km respectively. Lucky Miya from Johannesburg won the 22km Peace Trail in a time of 1h25m27s and Raydon Balie won the 11km Peace Trail in a time of 46m13s. Nobukhosi Tshuma was the first lady to cross the sunsplashed 22km finish line in a time of 1h47m41s, with Mhike Vimbainashe, the first lady to cross the 11km finish line in a time of 1h01m38s. The race went really well, it was a very competitive field as the results and times show. The course was really nice although pretty technical. I really enjoyed it, says Lucky Miya. Other finalists included: Long Course trail Run (22km) Open. Male (1) Lucky Miya (1h25m27s) (2) Givemore Mudzinganyama (1h25m40s) (3) Tom Lusaseni (1h25m50s) (4) Bernard Rukadza (1h26m53s) (5) Michael Bailey (1h38m54s) Open Female (1) Nobukhosi Tshuma (1h47m41s) (2) Kate Mapham (3) Danette Smith (4) Liandi Van Der Mesthuizen (5) Takalani Ndundani Short Course Trail: (11km) Male Open (1) Raydon Balie (46m13s) (2) Christiaan Greyling (3) Mazn Ndundani (4) Jaryd Uys (5) Peter Shackleton Female Open (1) Mhike Vimbainashe (1h01m38s)

6 (2) Saskia Jannsen (3) Kristine De Kock (4) Chatlotte Heuvings (5) Anna-Rose Le Roux Sanlam Peace Relay and Fun Run These events were held on the Saturday morning, with over 1500 participating in the fun run and over 800 in the relays. Young and old enjoyed the opportunity to experience the vibe of the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon, it was a splendid day of fun for all. Sanlam 10km Peace Run South African long-distance runner Stephen Mokoka has won the 10km Peace Run at the 2014 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon in a time of 28m44s. I m very happy with my time, although it was tough but I am okay. My body is taking strain, but still very happy with my time says Mokoka. Mokoka represented South Africa in the marathon section of the 2012 London Olympics, most recently winning the 2013 Great South Run 10-miler in the United Kingdom. He ended the year off coming fourth in the Shanghai Marathon. First lady to cross a sun-splashed finish line under ideal weather conditions was Transnet runner Lebogang Phalula, who finished in a time of 33m22s. Sanlam Cape Town Marathon William Kotile Kibor (Willy Kibor) has won the 42,2km main event at the 2014 Sanlam Cape Town Marathon. He finished in a time of 2h10m45s. A resident from Iten in Kenya, Kibor won the 2013 Sydney Marathon (Australia) and the 2010 Shanghai Marathon (China), achieving a personal best time of 2h08m32s at the 2012 Vienna City Marathon (Austria). Finishing in second, third, fourth and fifth places respectively are fellow compatriots Henry Chirchir, finishing in a time of 2h12m36s; Josphat Kamzee Jepkopol finishing in 2h13m01s; Shadrack Kemboi finishing in 2h14m15s and Hillary Kipkogei Yego finishing in 2h15m30s First lady to cross the finish line on the perfect spring day is Ethiopian long-distance runner Meseret Biru. She finished in a time of 2h30m56s. Yegs Ramiah, Chief Executive for Sanlam Brand, says, We salute all the runners and winners today. It takes sheer determination and dedication to always keep the finishing line in mind. We know that the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon had a real and positive influence on your lives as well as the wider network associated with the race. WPA Development Teen Team Camp (12-14 September) Cape Times Fresh Air Camp, Simonstown Friday afternoon a group of 31 very excited teens met at Vygieskraal Stadium for what was to be a weekend of training, educational presentations and fun at the Cape Times Fresh Air Camp in Simonstown. The objectives of the camp was to start the process of development with our teen athletes, provide training ideas to assist their development as athletes, as well as motivate them to set athletic and life goals and achieve them.

The theme of the camp was Teens for Teams Upon arrival and once everyone had settled in, the group went on their first training run. This was enjoyed by all.

The group was then divided into smaller teams and a team leader assigned to each group. Then the fun started where teams were given a raw egg to look after for the weekend.

The one rule with the egg was that it had to accompany the team everywhere for the duration of the weekend except on training runs.

Saturday morning saw an early morning run at 06:30, followed by shower time and breakfast with some teams remembering to have their eggs on the table and others needing a reminder.

Ice breakers and games were played to get the various messages across to the teens. They even learnt a dance which had a focus on HIV/Aids.

For both presentations Joy, Shaka Zulu, Smurfy, Eggie Man, Tupac and ABC were present. After lunch, a fun training session was had.

7 The theme of the camp was Teens for Teams Upon arrival and once everyone had settled in, the group went on their first training run. This was enjoyed by all. After supper, everyone met in the hall where the official welcoming and the rules for the weekend were discussed. The group was then divided into smaller teams and a team leader assigned to each group. Then the fun started where teams were given a raw egg to look after for the weekend. They were given time to think of a name for their egg and teams came up with very original names. They were Joy, Spongebob, Smurfy, Eggie Man, Tupac and ABC (Another Big Creation). The one rule with the egg was that it had to accompany the team everywhere for the duration of the weekend except on training runs. We then had a few fun Icebreakers which was thoroughly enjoyed by all and ended off the evening with some hot chocolate, biscuits and cake. Saturday morning saw an early morning run at 06:30, followed by shower time and breakfast with some teams remembering to have their eggs on the table and others needing a reminder. After breakfast a presentation was done by Lovelife. This was very interactive. Areas covered were communication, team work, personal identity issues, as well as HIV/Aids. Ice breakers and games were played to get the various messages across to the teens. They even learnt a dance which had a focus on HIV/Aids. This was followed by an informative session by FNB on money management covering topics like goal setting and saving money, budgeting and the importance of having a bank account. For both presentations Joy, Shaka Zulu, Smurfy, Eggie Man, Tupac and ABC were present. After lunch, a fun training session was had. We then had a free time session where everyone walked across to the beach. Some decided to cool off in the water and others relaxed in the sun. Early evening had everyone lace up their takkies and head out for a short run. Once back at camp, and everyone all freshened up, we had supper. After supper we had a social/free time session till lights out. Sunday morning everyone went on a training run before breakfast. After breakfast, we all gathered in the hall for the start of the treasure hunt. This proved to be lots of fun as questions revolved around things that happened over the duration of the entire weekend. Positions for the treasure hunt were as follows: first place was ABC, Shaka Zulu second, and third place was Tupak. All of us then went down to the beach where we had the next competition. This entailed seeing which team could build the highest castle in 10 minutes. The winning team was ABC. Once back at camp, teams had time to get their creative juices flowing and were given a chance to decorate and dress their eggs. After lunch we had a feedback session where everyone could feel free to express their thoughts on the camp. It was quite interesting to note that the egg actually gave most of the teams the feeling of being responsible for something and working together as a team to look after the egg. Looking back on the weekend and all the training sessions it must be noted that our teens definitely have talent and we have to ensure that this talent is nurtured and not lost. A word of thanks must definitely go to everyone who was involved in the camp and gave of their time ensuring that the weekend was a great success. Thank you again.

8 SANLAM CAPE TOWN MARATHON FUN RUN All the Kids Athletics athletes participated in the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 4.2km Peace Fun Run, which took place around the Green Point Precinct, on Saturday 20 September. It was a fantastic day out and thoroughly enjoyed by all.

9 October Event Diary DATE DAY EVENT DIST TIME EVENT CLUB CONTACT PERSON CONTACT NO 1-Oct Wed Bakgat 10 km 10 18:15 Premier Fitness & Leisure Sanlamhof Bellv ille Bellv ille AC Pieter Carstens Oct Sat Cape Gate :00 Cape Gate Centre, Brackenfell Nedbank Running Club Jacques v an Heerden jaques.v anheerden@dcs.gov.za Sat Cape Gate Fun Run 5 7:10 Cape Gate Centre, Brackenfell Nedbank Running Club Jacques v an Heerden jaques.v anheerden@dcs.gov.za 5-Oct Sun Chappies Challenge 21km 21,1 6:30 Coca-Cola League Hout Bay Beach Hout Bay Harriers Gregson Lubbe gregson@iafrica.com Sun Chappies Challenge 10km 10 7:00 Coca-Cola League Hout Bay Beach Hout Bay Harriers Gregson Lubbe gregson@iafrica.com 11-Oct Sat SA 50km Walk Championships Cape Town ASA 11-Oct Sat Little Athletics 9:00 Parow Western Prov ince Athletics Waleed Donough w aleed@compudata.co.za 11-Oct Sat Leo Benning Masters Challenge No. 1 13:30 Parow Western Prov ince Athletics Dirk v an Dalen v dh@telkomsa.net 12-Oct Sun Outsurance 94,5 Kfm Gun Run 21 km 21,1 6:30 Sea Point Promenade Atlantic AC Top Ev ents info@topevents.co.za Sun Outsurance 94,5 Kfm Gun Run 10km 10 7:30 Sea Point Promenade Atlantic AC Top Ev ents info@topevents.co.za Sun Outsurance 94,5 Kfm Gun Run 5km Fun Run Walk 5 8:30 Sea Point Promenade Atlantic AC Top Ev ents info@topevents.co.za 15-Oct Wed Silv er Queen 10 18:15 Air Force Base Ysterplaat Defence AC Nico Wiltshire w iltshirenico@gmail.com 17-Oct Fri Multi Ev ents 19:00 Bellv ille Athletics Stadium Western Prov ince Athletics Elize Engelbrecht events@w pathletics.co.za 18-Oct Sat Multi Ev ents 13:00 Bellv ille Athletics Stadium Western Prov ince Athletics Elize Engelbrecht events@w pathletics.co.za 19-Oct Sun K-WAY Grape Run 21.1km 21,1 6:30 Constantia Sports Ground Constantia Main Road Alphen K-WAY VOB Charlotte Kettlew ell ayv ob.co.za Sun K-WAY Grape Run 14km 14 7:00 Constantia Sports Ground Constantia Main Road Alphen K-WAY VOB Charlotte Kettlew ell ayv ob.co.za Sun K-WAY Grape Run Family Run 4,5 6:35 Constantia Sports Ground Constantia Main Road Alphen K-WAY VOB Charlotte Kettlew ell ayv ob.co.za 23-Oct Thurs Sunset Team Time Trial 4 x 3 18:15 Hamilton's Football Club ATC Running Gert Wilkins admin@atcmultisport.co.za 25-Oct Sat TNKL Primary Schools Meeting 9:00 Parow Athletics Stadium TNKL Athletics Club Mariana Meyer coachmariana@mw eb.co.za 29-Oct Wed Old Mutual 10 km 10 18:15 Mutual Park Pinelands Old Mutual AC Russell Peters Wed Old Mutual Fun Run 5 18:20 Mutual Park Pinelands Old Mutual AC Shaun Williams Should you wish to share your club or event news please send the information to sue@wpathletics.co.za

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