Amanzimtoti girls shine at the South African Gymnastics Games
The rhythmic gymnasts put on various performances with the use of different apparatus, winning 17 medals in total.

THE gymnasts from Fusion Rhythmic Gymnastics Club wowed the judges and spectators at the South African Gymnastics Games recently held in Pretoria.
The national competition saw competitors from various gymnastics disciplines split between two venues. Fifteen girls from the club competed in the rhythmic discipline.
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The sport combines elements of gymnastics, dance and callisthenics. Apparatus such as hoops, balls, ribbons, ropes and clubs are used.
Many of the girls performed preset individual routines, while one did a voluntary routine that was choreographed for her. The girls did a few routines, and depending on their level, they used different apparatus in a bid to win medals and overall wins. Seven of the girls also performed in an open group.
Coach and club leader, Jess Odendaal, said the competition was tough, but the girls did really well, bringing home a total of 17 medals.
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The open group received third place; Cassandra Pretorius (Level 5 O14) received first place for free dance, second for hoop and second overall; Fatima Molefe (Level 6 O15) received third place for free dance, third for ball, second for clubs and second overall; Amy Grace Dickin (Level 7 O15) received third place for free dance, third for ball, second for clubs and second overall while Sibahle Masango (Level 8 O15) received second place for rope.

The gymnasts said that despite a few stumbles and trying to calm their nerves as the judges and spectators watched on, they enjoyed the competition and look forward to the next one.
The club is currently preparing for its last performance of the year before its prize-giving on December 9.
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