Young athletes shine at Interschools 2026 B-Circle

Laerskool Kreft opened its gates on February 9 to host the Interschools 2026 B-Circle athletics meeting, where young athletes competed for top honours and school pride.

Learners showcased their talent across a range of field and track events, including high jump, shot put, long jump and track races.

Participating schools were Laerskool Kreft, Cresslawn Primary School, Chloorkop Primary School, Mooifontein Primary School, Maranatha Christian School, Birch Acres Primary School, Shangri-La Academy and Curro Serengeti Primary School.

The U13 girls’ shot put event proved highly competitive, with Ava van Oudtshoorn from Maranatha Christian School delivering an outstanding performance to claim first place.

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“The day was really nice. The girls were also nice and it was a very wonderful environment to be in.

“I honestly think I could have done much better since this was my first tournament of the season, so obviously I can improve, but I was pretty happy with my performance,” said Van Oudtshoorn.

Kiara de Jager from Shangri-La Academy secured second place after an impressive performance that intensified the competition for the top three positions.

“My experience was good and I am very impressed with my performance.

“My opponents were very good, especially the girl who finished first. I don’t think there is anything I would have changed. Although I did not finish first, I did not experience any challenges,” De Jager said.

In the high jump events, both boys and girls gave their all as they competed fiercely for podium finishes, with some athletes determined to defend titles won in previous years.

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The U13 boys’ high jump produced a particularly competitive contest. Matthew Faro from Laerskool Kreft secured second place, earning a silver medal despite hoping to take gold.

“I was heartbroken because I did not finish first, but I achieved my best, so I am impressed with my skills and my improvements. I encountered a few challenges, my knee and ankle were painful.

“The first-place finisher was very tall, and I think that worked to his advantage. I thought I would finish first because I beat him last year, but there is always improvement in someone,” said Faro.

Other winners
Shot put U10 girls
• Lea de Jager (Curro Serengeti Primary School)
• Makanaka Rice (Cresslawn Primary School)
• Eslie Mushiya (Laerskool Kreft)
Long jump U11 boys
• Funanani Mutheiana (Curro Serengeti Primary School)
• Franklin Nhidi (Laerskool Kreft)
• Katlego Nakana (Mooifontein Primary School)
Long jump U11 girls
• Propagation Chinyembere (Cresslawn Primary School)
• Wally Lekalakala (Mooifontein Primary School)
• Luniko Noko (Curro Serengeti Primary School)
High jump U13 boys
• Emile Lawrence (Mooifontein Primary School)
• Matthew Faro (Laerskool Kreft)
• Phuti Motsoko (Birch Acres Primary School)