South Coast Striders’ women put best foot forward

It was a standout performance from South Coast Striders at the recent Best of the Best Marathon in Durban, competing in extremely hot weather and producing solid results across multiple distances.

Eleven Striders lined up for the full marathon, with the club’s women leading the charge.

Jade du Toit secured an impressive 12th place overall in the women’s category, closely followed by Grace Mortimer in 13th.

Wonder Zungu celebrated a significant milestone by achieving his Comrades Marathon qualifying time.

Peter Chidzungu, who is usually seen competing at the sharp end of races, took on a different responsibility this time.

Stepping away from chasing a podium position, he paced Victoria Forshaw to a sub 4:30 finish.

It was a clear display of club spirit, showing that success is not only about personal results, but also about helping others achieve their goals.

In Umzumbe, Striders also impressed in the Alfred Lushaba Half Marathon and 10km events.

Peter claimed second place overall in the 21km, with Terrence Cele finishing fourth.

RESULTS
Best of the Best marathon
21km:
Cornia Niemann 02:33:56
Moira Jones 03:01:24
Thobeka Khawula 03:02:51

42.2km:
Terrence Cele 02:49:19
Sekelo Shude 02:58:22
Jade du Toit 03:48:55
Grace Mortimer 03:51:04
Michael Forshaw 04:04:27
Victoria Forshaw 04:26:56
Peter Chidzungu 04:26:57
Chris Mortimer 04:38:20
Vuyani Gqokoka 04:55:35
Wonder Zungu 04:59:47
Keagin Herrmann 05:23:00

Arnold Lushaba Half-Marathon
10km:
Goodwill Nhlumayo 00:44:51

21km
Peter Chidzungu 01:09:32
Terrence Cele 01:17:17
Sekelo Shude 01:22:37
Gert Veldman 02:09:08
Engie Mteto 02:13:47