Striders set ‘personal bests’ around country

It’s been a whirlwind two months for the South Coast Striders, filled with dedication, sweat, and incredible achievements.

As the race for Comrades qualification heats up, runners have been pushing their limits and smashing personal milestones across the country.

The energy within the club is palpable, with both seasoned athletes and enthusiastic newcomers contributing to the club’s collective success.

There has been a surge of impressive performances, proving that hard work and camaraderie are a winning combination.

Newcomers to the club, Michael Forshaw (veteran of 31 Comrades) and Terrance Cele recently stepped onto the podium and Peter Brino Chidzungu has once again tasted glory, adding another impressive victory to his already stellar record.

His recent triumph in the well-covered 21km Galleria Mall Challenge is a testament to his unwavering commitment.

Striders members believe that running is for everyone, regardless of experience or pace and welcomes beginners, encouraging anyone interested to join.

For more info, contact running captain Lynn van der Merwe on 072 4201789.

RESULTS
February 16
Zabalaza Marathon, Cato Ridge

42km:
Arno Vermaak 4:07:28

February 16
Peninsula Marathon, Cape Town

42km:
Grace Mortimer 3:51:00
Samuel Naidoo 4:13:02

Versus 21, Cape Town
21km:
Samuel Naidoo 1:47:00 (PB)

February 22
Anco Ultra 4 in1, Welkom
48km:Michael Forshaw 4:57:57 (1st age 60-69)

February 23
Capital City Marathon, Pietermaritzburg
42km:
Paula Hudson 4:20:32

21km:
Vuyani Gqoko 1:57:41 (PB)

February 23
Arnold Lushaba Marathon, Umzumbe
10km: Goodwill Nhlumayo 0:44:51

21km:
Peter Brino Chidzungu 1:09:32 (3rd overall, 1st age 40-49).
Terrence Cele 1:17:17 (2nd age 40-49)
Sekelo Shude 1:22:37
Gert Veldman 2:09:08
Engie Mteto 2:13:47

March 2
Best of the Best, Durban

21km: Mthoko Mbambo 3:41:01

42.2km:
Ziyanda Adonis 4:14:23
Victoria Forshaw 4:22:12
Isak Ludick 4:24:32
Vuyani Gqoboka 4:39:23
Gert Veldman 5:04:15

March 9
Galleria Mall Challenge, Durban
21km:
Peter Brino Chidzungu 1:07:44 (1st overall)
Sue-ann Stander 2:11:12
Gert Veldman 2:13:07
Freek Stander 2:24
Moira Jones 2:41:03
Ashleigh Snyman 2:46:23 (PB)

March 9
Umngeni-uThukela, Umgeni

42km:
Nadine Young 4:41:08

March 16
Dolphin Coast Marathon, Ballito

10km:
Vuyokazi Mbhele 1:01:01

21.1km:
Mthoko Mbambo 3:30:30

42.2km:
Michael Forshaw 3:52:31
James Clark 3:52:40 (PB)
Lennox Mtengwane 3:53:25
Samuel Naidoo 3:59:23 (PB)
Bongani Mbhele 3:59:51
Vuyani Gqoboka 4:13:40 (PB)
Yashiren Naidoo 4:36:06 (PB)
Lynn van der Merwe 4:41:18 (PB)

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