Local sport
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Popular Engen Ballito Downwind paddle race returns over Easter weekend
Local sportThe race will headline three days of offshore action, with something on offer for paddlers from novice to World Champion…
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Tongaat cricketer defies disability to earn South African colours
Local sportSebastian Govender earned his first call-up to the South African disabled team after dominating a recent interprovincial tournament.
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#FishEagle: Top catches at Umhlanga Fishing Festival as ideal angling conditions return
Local sportThe largest couta, tuna, snoek and wahoo caught all earned the angler R50 000 in prize money.
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Umdloti paddlers power to the podium at SA Canoeing Sprint Championships
Local sportHamish Lovemore won a clean sweep of three gold medals, while Saskia Hockly claimed three medals of her own.
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Magnum Cricket Club claim iLembe T20 title on return to competition
Local sportThe KwaDukuza club went unbeaten on their way to the championship, toppling Nkobongo Cricket Club in the final.
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Biathlon speedster Saskya Kistnasami breaks national record on way to SA title
Local sportThe sport is becoming a family tradition and Saskya’s younger sister Sarvani also recently earned provincial colours.
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Ballito cyclists dominate Cape Epic with commanding victory
Local sportBallito’s Rouxda Grobler and Mikaela Hagemann led the charge with an excellent win in the open women’s category.
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Ballito martial artists triumph at KZN’s first provincial championship
Local sportThe event included the martial arts disciplines of karate, taekwondo and kickboxing, among others.
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#FishEagle: Big fish back on the bite in improved conditions
Local sportGreat conditions greeted surf and offshore anglers last week, leading to some excellent catches.
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Ballito Farmers’ Market trail run launches with a vibrant colour run
Local sportRunners chose between a 5km trail run or a 1km fun run for children.
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Ballito father-daughter duo clinch national sailing title in Durban
Local sportBallito’s father-and-son team, Thomas and Kai Funke, the reigning provincial Mirror champions, also delivered a strong showing, finishing fourth overall.
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iLembe surfers strike gold at grom games
Local sportWith multiple top finishes across both boys’ and girls’ categories, iLembe Surf Riders showcased their talent on the provincial stage.
