Ekurhuleni represented at wrestling nationals competitions
“As a small team, we worked together to achieve the same goals."
Elsburg Wrestling Club celebrated their athletes’ successes at the nationals held in October.
Four wrestlers took part in the national competition in Pretoria after strict training by coaches Derick Brewis and Bronwen Smit.
Jacobus de Beer was one of the wrestlers who represented Ekurhuleni. Latoya Mabena won a silver medal in the President Division and bronze medal in her age category.
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Eluchka Britz won a bronze medal in the President Division and Trevor van Loggenberg represented Ekurhuleni as well.
Madeleine de Beer represented Ekurhuleni as a medic during the tournament.
Lee-Ann Harmse was selected to participate but was forced to the sideline due to injury.
“For a six member club, this is a huge achievement. Covid-19 has kicked us down the last 18 months, but we kicked back.
“We went through tough times keeping the club open,” said de Beer.
“As a small team, we worked together to achieve the same goals.”
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