The West Rand Wrestling Club members were all smiles when two of their wrestlers came home with medals last month.
They were representing Central Gauteng Wrestling Association at the South African Presidents and Masters Championships in Pretoria.
Johan Beukes claimed a silver medal in the freestyle wrestling section of the Masters division while Riehan Botha won two silver medals in the U/13 freestyle and Greco wrestling style.
“It was great to be there although it was stressful. I enjoy wrestling because it gives me an adrenaline rush,” said Riehan.
The club is open to people interested In amateur wrestling. Practice is on Monday and Wednesday from 6.15pm to 8pm.
The club will be hosting their Welpie Wrestling Tournament at the Witpoortjie Recreation Centre.
For more information, contact Morne Maree on 083 626 0299 or Juan Nel on 083 411 3758.
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