The Vryheid Athletic Club (VAC) was once again well represented at the Michaelis Challenge, with a strong group of runners taking on the challenging trail and mountain-bike events.

It was fantastic to see so many VAC members on the start line, showing the continued growth and enthusiasm within the club. From experienced athletes to newer members, everyone represented VAC with determination, commitment and a true team spirit.

Michaelis Challenge results

Runners 22km:

Melissa Scheepers – 01:58:58 (first lady);

Martin Schoeman – 01:54:17;

Vlam De Beer – 02:03:51;

Jeffrey Smith – 02:17:56;

Andrea De Beer – 02:03:51 (third lady);

Marléne van Niekerk – 02:03:58;

Monique van Deventer -02:08:46;

Amanda Vergottini – 02:13:44;

Paula Small – 02:14:30;

Samantha Johannes – 02:16:29;

Madie Glutz – 02:16:30;

Michélle Baeta – 02:28:04;

Elizma Nortjé – 02:32:14;

Jaco Booysen – 02:32:13;

Charl van der Berg – 02:34:06;

Hennezelle van der Berg – 02:34:01.

Runners 10km:

Nicole Landman – 01:14:31;

Simoné Potgieter – 01:14:34;

Andriette Huyser – 01:18:08;

Leone Smit – 01:18:09;

Sindy Swanepoel – 01:19:02;

Cjaane Hartslief – 01:38:44;

Ronnique Smith – 01:40:04;

Kurt Spanenberg – 01:48:59;

Fanyana Ndzukula – 02:00:59;

Carlon Meyer – 02:04:32.

Mountain Bike (20km):

Smangele Mnguni – 02:12:36.

10km:

Donovan Hartslief – 01:05:50.

VAC runners take on the Rand Water Vaal River City Marathon

Vryheid Athletic Club (VAC) runners were also well represented at the Rand Water Vaal River City Marathon, with members taking on both the full marathon and half marathon distances. In the 42.2 km marathon, Gugu Mankosi finished in an impressive 04:17:29, followed by Buyi Kunene in 05:20:05 and Tholiwe Hlope in 05:41:43. In the 21.1 km half marathon, Bongi Zulu crossed the finish line in 02:23:58. Congratulations to all four runners on a strong weekend of racing and for proudly representing VAC.

A club on the rise

The Michaelis Challenge once again highlighted what makes VAC special — a growing group of runners who support, motivate and encourage one another, both on and off the course.

With so many VAC athletes participating, the club can be incredibly proud of its growing presence at local events. Every runner who crossed the finish line contributed to the team effort and helped make the day a memorable one. Congratulations to all our VAC runners! Your dedication, perseverance and passion for running continue to inspire us. VAC is growing — one kilometre, one challenge and one finish line at a time.

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