Gule Inspires Women Comrades Hopefuls
Vuma FM station manager and businesswoman Phindi Gule went from non-runner to Ultra Marathon finisher in only eight months. Now, she is determined to encourage more women to tackle the gruelling race, which has changed her life.
Runners Line Up for Vacant SA Marathon Champs Title
Distance runners line up in Oudtshoorn on Sunday as SA Marathon defending champion Charne Bosman’s Two Oceans focus means the 2013 title is up for grabs
Kate Roberts: Seizing Opportunities and Living Life
Olympian Kate Roberts is on a mission to have her best year yet. Roberts spoke to gsport about her love for sport, her success in triathlon, and shares sponsorship and career tips for aspiring triathletes.
Dlamini Eyes World Cup Qualification
Banyana Banyana face an uphill battle in their quest for continental honours, and a shot at FIFA World Cup qualification, at the AWC commencing against hosts Equatorial Guinea on 28 October. Speaking after unveiling Energade as SAFA’s official sports drink for 3 years, Dlamini speaks to gsport about the road ahead
Kalmer Tipped for Grand Prix Title
Star SA distance runner Rene Kalmer has pole position to grab her third 2012 SPAR Grand Prix title at the Women’s 10km Challenge at Supersport Park on Saturday afternoon
Happy Women’s Day from the CMA
The Comrades Marathon Association (CMA) celebrates how far the iconic race has come since the first woman participant in 1923.
Liezel Looking Forward to Two Oceans
Sports-mad television and radio personality Liezel van der Westhuizen talks to gsport about the Old Mutual Two Ocean half-marathon she’ll tackle on Easter
All Time Great Zola Tackles Two Firsts
Running legend Zola Budd back in SA for two firsts – The Two Oceans Marathon and the Comrades Marathon
April 2008 Woman of the Month: Blanche Moila
The first black South African woman to be awarded Springbok Colours in 1984, today Blanche Moila is the graceful epitome of success achieved in spite of the unbearable circumstances of our country’s past. Advocating for support and development of historically-disadvantaged young South Africans girls, Moila strives to make a difference every opportunity she has.
April 2008 Style Star
5fm DJ, Koula, is one of South Africa’s most liked radio personalities and is also admired for her professional approach to radio, her funky persona, and her love for South African music. As you read this, Koula is also busy preparing to run her second Comrades Marathon in a row for charity. Now, how’s that […]
Cape Town Boot Camp Call to Fitness
Boot camp rookies get into action under the close supervision of certified physical exercise trainers. Adventure Boot Camp, an action-packed outdoor fitness programme for women, is the latest craze taking South Africa by storm, and organisers will be in full swing in Simon’s Town on Sunday, 17 February 2008, at the Puma Peninsula Marathon, demonstrating […]
Athletes Get Set for Puma Marathon
28-year old Bulelwa Mtshagi, running for Mr Price Celtics, obtained a first place in the open woman’s category of the 2007 Puma Peninsula Marathon, when she completed the race in 2 hours, 51 minutes and 44 seconds. Photo: www.mypicture.co.za Over 3 000 of South Africa’s top road and lifestyle athletes will take to the streets […]