Young athletes warm up ahead of the competitions

The schools athletic team from Ipolokeng Lower Primary School in Diepkloof Zone Three is warming up ahead of the season competition which will begin on February 13.

Coach Joseph Mogotsi has been training learners from the school from 2011.

Mogotsi said: “At the school, the learners are performing well and sports just broadens up their horizon.”

Tshiamo Mmutlane (12) participates in running and playing soccer.

She said: “Playing sports helps with physical exercise and improves a healthy lifestyle and it doesn’t affect our school work and time.”

She mentioned how she would love to progress in running.

Refiloe Mathulwe (12) plays soccer, netball and runs on the tracks.

She said: “I would love to be a professional swimmer in future.”