Melissa Bennell, a learner at Helderberg High School, has been selected for the Western Cape team to participate in both rhythmic and acrobatic gymnastics at the South African National Gymnastics Championships next month. She put in stellar performances in both gymnastics disciplines at the provincial championships late July and the beginning of August. For acrobatic gymnastics, she was placed second (with honours) for level 6 pairs and first (with honours) for level 5 trios. At the rhythmic championships, she was placed third overall for gymnasts at level nine, third for hoop, second for ball and second for clubs. Along with her team, she was placed first for the aesthetic group.


Gymnast shines

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