Noordwyk Secondary School prepares for the inter-high athletics meeting

NOORDWYK – Learners competed in javelin, high jump, long jump, and running as they prepare for the upcoming inter-high meeting.

February 2, 2022

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Noordwyk Secondary School's Nare Mojela comes in first place followed by Teboho Matile, Gracious Ndlovu, Oratile Sebata, and Phophi Nemavhola in the 100m race. Photo: Ofentse Ditlopo

Noordwyk Secondary School held its inter-house athletics from January 27 to 28.

After two years without any formal sporting activities due to the Covid-19 pandemic, teacher and one of the organisers of the event, Michel Reddy said it was held to provide a sense of competition and cooperation among their learners.

Noordwyk Secondary School’s U19 high jump competitor Onneile Dihemo sharpens his skills before the inter-high athletics meeting. Photo: Ofentse Ditlopo

Reddy said the event would also help to prepare the athletes for the inter-high athletics meeting to take place soon.

Noordwyk Secondary School’s U19 athlete Thato Mothemane tries to break the school record in high jump. Photo: Ofentse Ditlopo

“It is extremely rewarding to allow our learners access to truly holistic education. Sport is an integral part of a child’s psycho-social development,” she added.

The two-day event saw the learners teamed up in their respective houses, competing in activities such as javelin, high jump, long jump, 100m, relays and shot put.