SA Champs crucial prep for nationals at WRC

Gymnastics South Africa’s National Championships (previously known as the SA Gym Games) served as a crucial training platform for 41 of Namibia’s rhythmic gymnasts who took part as preparation for the national championships next weekend.Recently concluded in Durban, the competition saw the country’s budding gymnasts compete against athletes from various South African provinces across divisions ranging from High Performance (HP) to Level 4.The gymnasts were accompanied by Namibian Gymnastics Federation (NGF) rhythmic section coordinator Britt Adonis-Byl, who also serves as the head coach of Infinity Rhythmic Gymnastics.Also part of the delegation representing the NGF were Elite Rhythmic Gymnastics head coach and section media liaison Eleonora Karamfilova, Parkies Rhythmic Gymnastics head coach Uschi Bence, Windhoek Rhythmic Gymnastics Club’s (WRC) Wietsa Snyman, Walvis Bay Gymnastics’ Roumi Kostin and Oceanview Rhythmic Gymnastics’ Leonie Botes.‘Their efforts shone through’Reflecting on the tournament, Karamfilova said the gymnasts competed with grace, determination and sportsmanship against strong South African opposition.“Our gymnasts’ efforts really shone through at the invitational event, which showcased the region’s best rhythmic talent across multiple levels and age groups. This opportunity gave our gymnasts invaluable experience ahead of our national competition on Friday and Saturday at WRC.“Their dedication, hard work and sportsmanship continue to inspire and strengthen our country’s presence in rhythmic gymnastics. The NGF congratulates all gymnasts for their efforts and looks forward to seeing them grow and shine in future competitions,” Karamfilova said.Namibia’s tournament standingsThe gymnasts competed across rhythmic apparatus, including hoop, ball, ribbon, rope and clubs, achieving solid results across categories:High Performance (HP) gymnasts: 8 Jessica Shituna (U12), 9 Jayd Pretorius (U12), 10 Nina-Mari Nel (U12), 7 Liya-Rose Neama (U11), 7 Karli Conradie (U10).Level 9: 14 Angodene Titus (U15), 15 Nylah Müller (U15), 6 Kara Kok (U13), 8 Shay-Leigh Klassen (U13), 9 Yule Joubert (U13).Level 8: 12 April Hamutele (U13), 15 Carli Otto (U13), 16 Amy van der Merwe (U13), 18 Carolyn Thomas (U13).Level 7: 13 Raylene Raynard (U13).Level 6: 13 Joyce Nekwiyu (U14), 19 Tamrin Coetzee (U13), 20 Ray-Anne Möller (U13), 21 Louisa Namadungwe (U13), 12 Phin-Zheng Feng (U12), 6 Jordin Plaatjies (U11), 8 Catherine Beukes (U11), 9 Elizabeth Mclune (U11).Level 5: 9 Meke Brandt (U14), 15 Selma Marthin (U13), 30 Janai Kauami (U13), 24 Victoria Aipanda (U12), 25 Annabel Oosthuizen (U12), 15 Shekinah Groeneveld (U11), 3 Kayla Esbach (U9), 4 Emma Iiyambo (U9), 5 Yana Pretorius (U9).Level 4: 18 Amira Tambrescu (U12), 34 Kuhepa Kahorongo (U12), 37 Jeanelle Cloete (U12), 14 Junique Louw (U11), 37 Danelle Theron (U11), 23 Anne Hiveluah (U10), 25 Paulina Iimvula (U10), 38 Hendrina Gideon (U10), 14 Triti Nair (U9).– mariud@nsh.com.na

SA Champs crucial prep for nationals at WRC

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Namibian Sun 2025-12-08

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