West Rand School’s interhouse athletics event once again showed that champions come in all forms.

According to a school educator, Natasha Bekker, the event saw more than 200 learners take part in various activities to showcase their skills and talents, as each house competed for bragging rights.

The competing houses were Springbokke, Blesbokke and Rooibokkie. Events on the day included sprints, high jump, long jump, shot put, discus and javelin. Special events were also included to ensure that learners with disabilities could participate fully. These included club throw, bean bag accuracy, bean bag distance and seated shot put.

“The interhouse athletics event has always been a significant part of the school’s calendar, providing learners with the opportunity to participate despite the physical challenges many of them face. The event also serves as preparation for the annual interschool athletics competition, which traditionally takes place during the first term of the year,” Natasha said.

She added that it remains a highlight for both learners and teachers, as West Rand School learners aim to put the school on the map by competing against other schools.

“Despite the majority of learners at West Rand School being wheelchair-bound or living with various physical and mental disabilities, they once again proved that anyone is capable of becoming a champion. West Rand School, which caters for a wide range of learners with special needs, demonstrated that determination and school spirit know no limits,” Natasha concluded.