A group of talented and aspiring athletic stars from Heathfield High made their school proud at the Six Gun Grill Summer Sport Festival where they delivered standout performances.
The event was held at Huguenot High School in Wellington from Wednesday 3 December to Wednesday 10 December.
The sport festival is described as hosting some of the best summer and winter sports athletes all at one festival, setting the stage for young talented athletes and teams to compete, and grow.
This year five learners from Heathfield High School competed against the Western Cape’s top athletes and each of them earned podium finishes on the day.
They are: Lezario Anthony Thobejane, Joyce Moyi, Spencer and Samuel Ngwalo and Codan du Toit.
High Jump Sensation
Track and feiled athlete Thobejane produced one of the standout performances of the entire festival in the Boys u-17 High Jump, soaring to 1,80 meters to secure first place with a commanding lead.
He secured a score of 670 points on the day.
Thobejane is now recognised as one of the most promising high jump prospects in the region, according to school principal, Nadia Anhuizen.
“When I step on the athletics field, my mindset is locked in on the main goal-the reason I am there. Every session has purpose and every drill brings me closer to becoming the athlete I can be. When it comes to training I focus on building both my upper body and lower body, creating balance, power and speed,” Thobejane said.
Sprint Excellence
Rising sprinter Joyce Moyi clocked an impressive 7,87 seconds in the Boys u-17 60m, securing third place among the fastest athletes in his division.
Twin Brothers conquer middle distance
The Ngwalo brothers delivered exceptional performances in the Boys u-17 600m, demonstrating tactical intelligence and powerful endurance.
Spencer Ngwalo secured second place with a superb time of 1:32.15, showcasing pacing discipline.
The school says his earlier run of 1:40.28 further reflects his consistency at high-intensity competition.
Samuel Ngwalo,i s also a fast-improving long-distance athlete and delivered times of 1:43.24 and 1:48.19.
Both athletes are known for their commitment to training and ability to adapt quickly to race strategy – essential qualities for scholarship selection.
Field Event Success
In the field events, Codan du Toit secured third place in the Boys u-17 Long Jump. His performance highlights his all-round athleticism and potential for further development under specialised coaching, the school added
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