Runners exchange their tekkies for capes
The year's top runners were awarded for their accomplishments in a variety of events.
Nedbank LVCC Marathon Club’s best athletes were rewarded at their year-end function and prize-giving at the clubhouse on Saturday evening.
The evening had a fitting superhero theme, with club members dressing up as Hulk, Thor, Superwoman and even Die Swart Kat.
2019 was a good year for the club. It was the first time they hosted five races, adding the Mopani in September to their line-up.
“It takes a lot of commitment, which is not easy,” MC Mark Greeff commended the members.
Professer Mthethwa was named the male runner of the year for breaking the Uniwisp Kaapsehoop Marathon course record and reaching a brilliant finishing time of 6:04 at the Comrades.
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Natasha Malan was named the club’s female runner for her outstanding performance at this year’s Comrades. Both were LVCC’s top runners at the Comrades and were also recently awarded elite status by Mpumalanga Road Running.
The most outstanding performance at an event was awarded to Iain Toomey for representing South Africa at the triathlon world championships in Switzerland.
Other top award winners
Time trial member of the year – Hendriette Laesecke
Club member of the year – Mandla Nxumalo
Duncan Christie Memorial Award for Commitment and Dedication – Leonie Kotze
Trail runners – Karien Booyse and Toy Dupper
Triathlete – Gerrit Engelbrecht
Most dedicated runner – Reon van Aardt
Bravest Comrades – Lovers Hlatshwayo
Most improved runner – Hannes Benson
Comrades novices – Nancy Mahlalela and Nico Maritz
Junior male runner – Thandeka Mnisi.
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