Good Samaritan saves bowling club
The club was meant to close due to its inability to meet the financial demands of the municipality
Hannes Gous is the new manager of the Springs Town Bowling Club.
“When I heard about the troubles the club was facing, I knew I had to do something. So I approached them to see how I could help,” he explained.
The club was meant to close due to its inability to meet the financial demands of the municipality
The metro expected R10 800 per month, and 10% of their bar and tea room profits.
“I love sports. I have been active in it for more than 50 years,” said Gous.
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He and his son Quinton also manage the Springs Karate Sports Centre.
Gous is committed to helping wherever he can, and will be running the club and paying the metro’s rent from his pocket.
“We went back to the sports, arts and recreation department to figure out a way forward for the club.
“The department was very helpful in coming up with the new resolution,” explained Izak Hattingh, the club’s president.
He said the club is grateful for Gous’ intervention.
“It is a real miracle. I had given up all hope that we could save the club,” said Tokkie Hattingh, a club member.
Gous explained he is also busy cleaning up the soccer fields around Olympia Park Sports Grounds.
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