Pro bowler to represent SA in tourney
Mandy has held the titles of Club Champion in Pairs, Trips and Fours at Wentworth Bowling Club.
INTERNATIONAL professional bowler Mandy Sargent has been selected by Bowls South Africa to represent the country in the proposed upcoming International Bowls for the Disabled tournament.
The Wentworth Bowling Club member is thrilled to be able to compete in the tournament, scheduled to take place in the Ekurhuleni District from May 18 to May 31, 2024. According to Wentworth Bowling Club’s Cheryl Waterman, Disability Bowls South Africa sent out letters of interest, and thus far, positive responses have been received from several countries, including Australia, Canada, England, Hong Kong (China), Israel, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Scotland, Thailand and Wales.
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Mandy’s journey on the international stage began when she was chosen by the Association for Disabled Bowlers to participate in trials in the United Kingdom in 1995 for selection for the 1996 Para Olympics in Atlanta, USA.
“Her remarkable performance in these trials led to her representing South Africa in the Singles competition in Atlanta, where she achieved a remarkable fourth-place finish in her category.
“Mandy’s impressive bowling career continued with two more trips to the United Kingdom, where she represented South Africa in international competitions, competing in Singles, Pairs and Trips categories. Her efforts culminated in a silver medal for Trips,” Waterman said.
Between 2005 and 2015, Mandy actively participated in the South African Nationals for Disabled Bowlers, and her most standout accomplishment during these years was winning a gold medal in the Women’s Pairs section.
“In early 2019, Mandy relocated to The Bluff and joined Wentworth Bowling Club. Here, she has been warmly embraced as a formidable presence on the bowling green. Mandy has not only taken part in club competitions but has also excelled, accompanying women’s teams to inter-club competitions. Visitors to the bowling club will find Mandy’s name displayed on the honours board, where she has held the titles of Club Champion in Pairs, Trips and Fours.
“Members of the club applaud Mandy’s resilience and determination, which has led to her selection,” added Waterman.
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