Fresh aromas of braaied meat filled the air at Roodepoort Athletics Club as they wrapped up the year with a final family braai day.

Held in December, right after the club’s usual evening time trials, the evening drew runners, their families and club members to a relaxed gathering of good food and good company.

Tables were set with juicy steaks, succulent sausages and a colourful spread of fresh salads.

Club chairperson Conrad dem Buys took the opportunity to thank everyone for their dedication, wishing all runners and their families a joyous festive season. Raising a glass, he toasted to a successful year behind them and an even better one ahead.

Sharing with the Roodepoort Record, he said the braai marked the end of the club’s calendar, offering a warm farewell to the competitive season and setting a hopeful tone for the challenges and triumphs that lie ahead.