VIDEO: Westville boys don purple speedos for cancer awareness
Westville coach Rogan Comins said this is the fourth year the school has taken part to ensure that early cancer detection can save lives.
ABOUT 40 Westville Boys High School learners took part in the 2026 Hollard Daredevil Run. Now in its 17th year, the event asks men to run 5km in a purple speedo under the line “Lekker Balls. Lekker Life”, and raises much-needed awareness about prostate and testicular cancers and reinforces the potentially life-saving importance of early detection.
Over the last 17 years, the support from Daredevils across SA, and beyond, has been incredible. It also developed a sense of brotherhood and shared purpose that keeps Daredevils coming back.
The Hollard Daredevil Run is highly visible, with participants running 5km in a purple speedo, but its real purpose is getting South African men and their families talking about prostate and testicular cancers, understanding their risks and taking action through early detection.
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“We know that thousands of men running in purple speedos gets people’s attention. What matters is what we do with that attention,” said Adél Kriel, Hollard South Africa’s head of experiential marketing.
“There is bravery in putting on a purple speedo in public, but behind this bold campaign is a very serious message: Know your risks, know your body and don’t put off getting checked. It could save your life.”
Westville Boys’ High coach Rogan Comins said this is the fourth year that the school is participating in the Daredevil Run.
“It is an awesome opportunity to raise cancer awareness in young men, especially as there is not too much mention on prostrate cancer. I believe this will have a positive impact when they grow older and know that early detection can save lives,” he said.
Grade 10 learner Daniel McDermid said he feels passionate about supporting this cause as his grandfather suffered from cancer.
“This is a great opportunity to raise awareness on all types of cancer and its dangers,” he said.
Funds raised support CANSA and the Prostate Cancer Foundation for awareness, PSA screening and patient support.
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