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Hoërskool Riebeeckrand archers impress at national championship

Three talented archers from Randfontein tested their aim against the country's best after earning their spots in an Eastern Cape tournament.

Hoërskool Riebeeckrand learners Theresia Cilliers, Riaan Cilliers and Casey-Lee Adam showcased their archery skills at the AGA-SA National Inter Provincial Championship, achieving commendable scores in their categories.

The learners travelled to Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, from September 29 to October 3 to participate in a national archery competition after qualifying for the event, giving them an opportunity to test their abilities against other talented archers.

Targeting top honours

Riaan delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 292 out of a possible 300 points to record a new personal best. His result marked a significant milestone in his archery journey and highlighted the progress he has made in the sport.

Theresia also put in a strong performance, scoring 286 out of 300 points, while Casey-Lee achieved 276 out of 300.

The results reflect the learners’ dedication, focus and commitment to improving their skills in a sport that demands precision, consistency and concentration.

• Read the initial article here: Riebeeckrand archers set sights on Jeffreys Bay national event

Competing at this level also provides the young archers with valuable experience as they continue to develop their abilities and pursue further opportunities in the sport.

“It was an excellent performance, with Riaan and Casey-Lee achieving their new personal best scores, while Theresia was steady and performed with consistently high scores. They showed great focus and perseverance in their goals,” coach Dalene Cilliers said.

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