Macnab makes shortlist
The 19-year-old has been impressive, with victories in the Jabra Ladies Classic and the South African Women’s Open among her highlights.
Ekurhuleni golf champion Caitlyn Macnab is a finalist in the 16th Momentum gsport Awards.
The gSport Awards is Africa’s longest-running women’s sport recognition awards and is endorsed by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. They announced a list of 60 finalists across 20 categories recently.
For the first time, golf celebrates a finalist in the Momentum Athlete of the Year category, with two-time reigning SA Women’s Amateur champion Macnab looking to add this prestigious award to her bursting trophy cabinet.
The 19-year-old GolfRSA National Elite Squad standout has enjoyed an exceptional year and will be contesting for the Athlete of the Year honour against Protea cricketer Shabnim Ismail and South African football star Rhoda Mulaudzi, who have also enjoyed success on the international stage.
“The Momentum gsport Awards annually honours our outstanding athletes and those who make valuable contributions to raise the profile of women’s sport on the African continent. Congratulations to all this year’s nominees and especially those who made the shortlist,” said GolfRSA CEO Grant Hepburn.
“The last year has been an extremely testing one for all sports federations and athletes in South Africa. The initial lockdown and subsequent stages had a profound impact on the entire sports industry.
“Our immediate concern was the 40 000 plus people working at golf clubs, where 85% of these employees fall in the most vulnerable economic sector.
“Thanks to the amazing collaboration between all the golf bodies, we were able to navigate an earlier return to golf than anticipated.
“Golf development remains one of the highest priorities for GolfRSA. The amazing work Women’s Golf South Africa does to grow the game and empower young golfers was highlighted by how the GolfRSA National Elite and B-Squad members dominated the winner’s circle over the last 12 months and the large number of young golfers who participated in our premier events for the first time this year.
“Caitlyn has been an outstanding ambassador for GolfRSA and South Africa. She a wonderful icon for the younger generation. We are especially proud to see her achievements recognised at the highest level.”
The 19-year-old has been impressive, with victories in the Jabra Ladies Classic and the South African Women’s Open among her highlights.
The gsport awards will be held on August 31.
