Lauren Coetzee breaks new ground as president of Gauteng Bowls

Lauren Coetzee has made history as the first female president of Sedibeng Bowls, and recently as president of Gauteng Bowls.
These appointments mark significant milestones for bowls in the region and province. Coetzee’s achievements reflect her dedication to the sport, her commitment to its development and her willingness to serve at club, district and provincial levels.

Leadership roles

Coetzee’s journey in bowls has seen her serve in several leadership roles, including club captain, vice president and president at club level. Her contributions to Sedibeng Bowls have included serving as competition secretary, district selector and involvement in inter-district bowls. These experiences have given her a sound understanding of the administration, development and competitive aspects of the sport.

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Her dedication extends beyond leadership and administration. Coetzee has managed both Sedibeng’s U30 teams and the Colts and Fillies teams, demonstrating her passion for developing young players and creating opportunities for the next generation of bowlers.

She recognises that the future of bowls depends on attracting young people, nurturing their talent, and ensuring the sport remains accessible, competitive, and relevant to future generations.

First woman to lead in Sedibeng

As president of Sedibeng Bowls, Coetzee has focused on strengthening the district, encouraging participation and promoting transparency, accountability and collaboration.

Her appointment as the first woman to lead Sedibeng Bowls represents an important chapter in the district’s history and recognises the growing contribution of women to leadership within the sport.

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Her election as president of Gauteng Bowls provides an opportunity to build on this experience and contribute to the future of bowls across the province’s five districts.

Her priorities include working collaboratively with districts and clubs, developing players, attracting new members and strengthening relationships throughout the bowls community.

Outside of bowls, Coetzee brings extensive professional experience to her leadership roles. With a career spanning more than 27 years in the commercial property industry, particularly in marketing and business development, she understands the importance of strategic planning, building relationships and creating opportunities for sustainable growth. These skills will be valuable as she works towards strengthening the sport at both district and provincial levels.

Working towards a thriving future

The Sedibeng Bowls executive congratulates Coetzee on these significant achievements and acknowledges the dedication and commitment that have brought her to this point. Her appointment to lead Gauteng Bowls also creates an opportunity to strengthen cooperation between the district and the province in pursuit of shared objectives.

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As Coetzee begins this new chapter, the Sedibeng Bowls executive wishes her every success in her responsibilities and looks forward to continued growth and development within the sport.

Sedibeng Bowls is proud to celebrate this historic achievement and remains committed to working together towards a stronger, more inclusive and thriving future for bowls in Sedibeng and throughout Gauteng.